What is the cheapest way to get from Alnwick Castle to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Alnwick Castle to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £15 - £40 and takes 2h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alnwick Castle to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Alnwick Castle to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £40 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Alnwick Castle and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Retail Park and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Alnwick Castle to Edinburgh?

The distance between Alnwick Castle and Edinburgh is 93 miles. The road distance is 80.3 miles.

How do I travel from Alnwick Castle to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Alnwick Castle to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £40 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Alnwick Castle to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 1h 10m to get from Alnwick Castle to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alnwick Castle to Edinburgh bus from?

Alnwick Castle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Retail Park station.

Train or bus from Alnwick Castle to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Alnwick Castle to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 10m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £40 and takes 2h 22m.

Where does the Alnwick Castle to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Alnwick Castle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Can I drive from Alnwick Castle to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Alnwick Castle to Edinburgh is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Alnwick Castle to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2861+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Alnwick Castle to Edinburgh - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Alnwick Castle to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Alnmouth to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Birmingham New Street - Edinburgh / ...
1h 10m
£41–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Retail Park to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 591
2h 22m
£15–40
Drive 79.8 mi
1. Drive from Alnwick Castle to Edinburghcar 79.8 mi
1h 47m
£20–29

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Alnwick Castle to Edinburgh.

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Distance: 92.9 mi
Duration: 1h 10m

What companies run services between Alnwick Castle, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Cross Country operates a train from Alnmouth to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £45–65 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Retail Park to Edinburgh, Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £15–40 and the journey takes 1h 55m.

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