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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Barnard Castle?

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

How far is it from Edinburgh to Barnard Castle?

The distance between Edinburgh and Barnard Castle is 184 miles. The road distance is 131.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Barnard Castle without a car is to train and line 84 bus which takes 3h 54m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Edinburgh to Barnard Castle, including transfers.

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

Edinburgh to Barnard Castle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Barnard Castle bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Barnard Castle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Dolphin Centre station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Barnard Castle?

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

Where can I stay near Barnard Castle?

There are 875+ hotels available in Barnard Castle.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Barnard Castle 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, line 84 bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlingtontrain Edinburgh - Darlington / ...
2. Take the bus from Tubwell Row to Galgate - Stand Bbus 84
3h 54m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Dolphin Centrebus 598 / ...
5h 31m
£19–29
Drive 131 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Barnard Castlecar 131 mi
2h 51m
£32–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Durhamtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Wharton Park to Clubbus X21
4h 44m
£27–49
Bus, line 20 bus, line 85 bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Sunderland Interchangebus
2. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Bus Station Stand Dbus 20 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand H to Clubbus X21
4. Take the bus from Club to Galgate - Stand Bbus 85
7h

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Barnard Castle.

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Distance: 182.9 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

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

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