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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Cowgate is to bus which costs £7 - £23 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Cowgate is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £10 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Cowgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Cowgate. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Ponteland Road - Greenhill View via Eldon Square Bus Station Stand H. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Cowgate?

The distance between Edinburgh and Cowgate is 127 miles. The road distance is 102.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cowgate without a car is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £10 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Edinburgh to Cowgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Cowgate bus from?

Edinburgh to Cowgate bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Cowgate?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cowgate is to train which takes 1h 44m and costs £10 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £23 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Cowgate bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Cowgate bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Cowgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Cowgate is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Edinburgh to Cowgate.

Where can I stay near Cowgate?

There are 2121+ hotels available in Cowgate.

Edinburgh to Cowgate - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Cowgate 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
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to NewcastleEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
1h 44m
£11–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson StreetUkn10 / ...
2h 51m
£8–22
Drive 102 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Cowgate102 mi
2h 12m
£25–36

Edinburgh to Cowgate by train, foot, and bus

432Weekly Services

1h 44mAverage Duration

£11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 126.5 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Cowgate, Newcastle upon Tyne, England?

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £23–40 and the journey takes 1h 21m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £5–20 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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