What is the cheapest way to get from Washington to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Washington to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £11 - £19 and takes 3h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Washington to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £40 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Washington and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington station to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Galleries Bus Station and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via John Dobson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Washington and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Washington to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Heworth and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

How far is it from Washington to Edinburgh?

The distance between Washington and Edinburgh is 133 miles. The road distance is 113.7 miles.

How do I travel from Washington to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Washington to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £40 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Washington to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 2h 6m to get from Washington to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington to Edinburgh bus from?

Washington to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the Washington to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Washington to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Washington to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 6m and costs £40 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £19 and takes 3h 33m.

Where does the Washington to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Washington to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Washington to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Washington to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to Edinburgh is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Washington to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2996+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Washington to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 4 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Washington to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 6m
£42–98
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
3h 33m
£11–19
Drive 113 mi
1. Drive from Washington to Edinburghcar 113 mi
2h 29m
£28–40
Line 4 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Parkway to Interchangebus 4
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3h 10m

Washington to Edinburgh by bus, subway, and train

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Distance: 131.9 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

What companies run services between Washington, England and Edinburgh, 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 24m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £11–19 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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