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 £26 - £65 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 - £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 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 338+ 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 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
£26–65
Drive 131 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Barnard Castlecar 131 mi
2h 51m
£33–48
Bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Streetbus Ukn10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to North Bondgatebus X21
6h 35m

Questions & Answers

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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 twice daily. Tickets cost £26–65 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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