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

The cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £19 - £29 and takes 5h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Barnard Castle and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnard Castle to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Galgate - Commercial Hotel and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Dolphin Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Barnard Castle to Edinburgh?

The distance between Barnard Castle and Edinburgh is 184 miles. The road distance is 132 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnard Castle to Edinburgh without a car is to line 84 bus and train which takes 3h 21m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Barnard Castle to Edinburgh, including transfers.

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

Barnard Castle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where does the Barnard Castle to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Barnard Castle to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnard Castle to Edinburgh is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Barnard Castle to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2503+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Barnard Castle to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, line 84 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Barnard Castle to Edinburgh by bus, train, 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.

Line 84 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Tubwell Rowbus 84
2. Take the train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Northallerton - Edinburgh / ...
3h 21m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 598 / ...
5h 31m
£19–29
Drive 131.2 mi
1. Drive from Barnard Castle to Edinburghcar 131.2 mi
2h 51m
£32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Club to Wharton Parkbus X21
2. Take the train from Durham to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 22m
£22–52
Line 85 bus, bus, line 20 bus
1. Take the bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Newgate Street Stand Cbus 85
2. Take the bus from Tenters Street Stand B to Bus Station Stand Gbus X21
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand D to Interchangebus 20 / ...
4. Take the bus from Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus
6h 29m

Barnard Castle to Edinburgh by bus and train

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4h 22mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 183.1 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

National Express operates a bus from Dolphin Centre to Edinburgh, Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £19–29 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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