What is the cheapest way to get from County Durham to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from County Durham to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £8 - £25 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from County Durham to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from County Durham to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between County Durham and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from County Durham to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Tenters Street Stand B and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via John Dobson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from County Durham to Edinburgh?

The distance between County Durham and Edinburgh is 150 miles. The road distance is 124 miles.

How do I travel from County Durham to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from County Durham to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h and costs £27 - £55.

How long does it take to get from County Durham to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 3h to get from County Durham to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the County Durham to Edinburgh bus from?

County Durham to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Tenters Street Stand B station.

Where does the County Durham to Edinburgh bus arrive?

County Durham to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at John Dobson St-Carliol St station.

Can I drive from County Durham to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between County Durham to Edinburgh is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from County Durham to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2507+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

County Durham to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Tenters Street Stand B to Bus Station Stand J6 / ...
2. Take the train from Durham to Edinburgh WaverleyPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
3h
£28–53
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tenters Street Stand B to John Dobson St-Carliol StX21
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkn11 / ...
4h 15m
£8–24
Drive 123.3 mi
1. Drive from County Durham to Edinburgh123.3 mi
2h 39m
£30–44
Bus via Edinburgh Elder Street Bus Stop
1. Take the bus from Tenters Street Stand B to John Dobson St-Carliol StX21
2. Take the bus from Newcastle upon Tyne Newcastle City Library to Edinburgh Elder Street Bus Stopmegabus M20
5h 6m
£14–20

County Durham to Edinburgh by bus and train

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Distance: 149.3 mi
Duration: 3h

What companies run services between County Durham, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Tenters Street Stand B to Edinburgh, Bus Station via John Dobson Street in around 4h 15m.

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