What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne is to rideshare which costs £7 - £15 and takes 2h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £9 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Newcastle upon Tyne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station station and arriving at John Dobson Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Newcastle upon Tyne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Newcastle. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The distance between Edinburgh and Newcastle upon Tyne is 124 miles. The road distance is 105.8 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne without a car is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £9 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle takes 1h 25m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne bus from?

Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne train from?

Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne is to train which takes 1h 25m and costs £9 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £29 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne train arrive?

Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne?

Book your Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne?

Book your Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Newcastle upon Tyne?

There are 2010+ hotels available in Newcastle upon Tyne.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh and Newcastle upon Tyne. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne by train, bus, rideshare, 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 25m
£9–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson StreetUkn10 / ...
2h 35m
£7–29
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne104 mi
2h 38m
£7–15
Drive 105.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne105.1 mi
2h 16m
£26–38

Edinburgh to Newcastle upon Tyne by train

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Distance: 123.2 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and 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 25m. Four other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to John Dobson Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–16 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Two other operators also service this route.

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