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

The cheapest way to get from Doncaster to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Doncaster to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Doncaster and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Doncaster to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station Stand 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Doncaster and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Doncaster and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 47m.

How far is it from Doncaster to Edinburgh?

The distance between Doncaster and Edinburgh is 236 miles. The road distance is 212.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Doncaster to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £85.

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

The train from Doncaster to Edinburgh Waverley takes 2h 47m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Doncaster to Edinburgh bus from?

Doncaster to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 station.

Where do I catch the Doncaster to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Doncaster to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Doncaster to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 45m.

Where does the Doncaster to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Doncaster to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station Express Lounge.

Where does the Doncaster to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Doncaster to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Doncaster to Edinburgh is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Doncaster to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Doncaster to Edinburgh?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Doncaster to Edinburgh?

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Doncaster to Edinburgh - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Doncaster to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 47m
£35–85
Train via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Leedstrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 21m
£32–102
Bus
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Bus Station Express Loungebus 436
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukx010 / ...
6h 45m
£34–51
Drive 210.8 mi
1. Drive from Doncaster to Edinburghcar 210.8 mi
4h 8m
£52–74
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
4h 31m
£58–178
Train to Leeds Bradford International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Leedstrain
2. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LBA - EDI
6h 33m
£59–191
Train to Luton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Stevenagetrain
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
5h 30m
£53–190

Doncaster to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 234.8 mi
Duration: 2h 47m

What companies run services between Doncaster, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Doncaster to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £45–75 and the journey takes 2h 47m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Bus Station Stand 11 in around 6h 45m.

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