What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring is to bus which costs £11 - £25 and takes 3h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring is to train and subway which takes 2h 24m and costs £12 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Houghton-Le-Spring?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Houghton-Le-Spring. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Houghton Le Spring via Sunderland Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The distance between Edinburgh and Houghton-Le-Spring is 142 miles. The road distance is 119.5 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car is to train and subway which takes 2h 24m and costs £12 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring?

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring bus from?

Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sunderland Interchange station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring.

Where can I stay near Houghton-Le-Spring?

There are 2051+ hotels available in Houghton-Le-Spring.

Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring - 4 ways to travel via train, subway, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring by train, subway, 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, subway
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to NewcastleEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the subway from Central Station to Park LaneGrn
2h 24m
£13–84
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Sunderland InterchangeUkn10 / ...
3h 35m
£12–25
Drive 118.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring118.8 mi
2h 33m
£29–42
Bus via Newcastle Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Station598 / ...
2. Take the bus from Gateshead Interchange to Houghton Le SpringX1
3h 46m
£18–31

Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring by train, subway, and bus

426Weekly Services

2h 24mAverage Duration

£13Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Houghton-Le-Spring.

Launch map view

Distance: 140.9 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Houghton-Le-Spring, England?

FlixBus operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Sunderland Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £8–22 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.