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 £8 - £24 and takes 6h 58m.

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 - £50.

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 Westmorland Rd-Discovery Msm, Newcastle Newgate Street and Newgate Street Stand C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

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 56m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m 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 Newcastle Coach 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 878+ hotels available in Barnard Castle.

Edinburgh to Barnard Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, line 84 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Barnard Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 84 bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to DarlingtonEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from Tubwell Row to Galgate - Stand B84
3h 56m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson StreetUkx010 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station Stand F to Newgate Street Stand EX21
6h 58m
£8–23
Bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Station598 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Newgate Street to Newgate Street Stand EX21
6h 37m
£19–30
Drive 131 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Barnard Castle131 mi
2h 51m
£32–47

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Distance: 183 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Galgate - Stand B via Newcastle Coach Station, Westmorland Rd-Discovery Msm, Grainger Street, Newcastle Newgate Street, Newgate Street Stand E, and Newgate Street Stand C in around 6h 37m.

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