What is the cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is to bus which costs £14 - £60 and takes 4h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is to train via Edinburgh Gateway which takes 2h 25m and costs £50 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Terminal via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI). However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Edinburgh Airport via Newcastle, Edinburgh Waverley and Edinburgh Gateway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The distance between Sunderland and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is 143 miles. The road distance is 124.5 miles.

How do I travel from Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) without a car?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) without a car is to train via Edinburgh Gateway which takes 2h 25m and costs £50 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus from?

Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train from?

Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is to train via Edinburgh Gateway which takes 2h 25m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £60 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus arrive?

Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train arrive?

Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI).

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

There are 3006+ hotels available in Edinburgh Airport (EDI).

Can I share a ride from Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Sunderland and Edinburgh Airport (EDI). A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 5 ways to get from Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI) by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train via Edinburgh Gateway
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 25m
£52–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn10 / ...
4h 23m
£15–56
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Sunderland to Edinburgh-EDIrideshare 123.8 mi
2h 38m
Drive 123.8 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)car 123.8 mi
2h 38m
£30–44
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Haymarkettrain
3h 38m
£25–51

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Distance: 142 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Sunderland, England and Edinburgh Airport (EDI), Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £40–60 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £13–23 and the journey takes 3h 10m. National Express also services this route twice daily.

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