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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Sandsend is to bus which costs £16 - £29 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Sandsend is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Sandsend?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Sandsend. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Hotel & Garage via Bus Station Stand 4 and Market Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Sandsend?

The distance between Edinburgh and Sandsend is 205 miles. The road distance is 170.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Sandsend without a car is to train via Saltburn which takes 4h 49m and costs £24 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Edinburgh to Sandsend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Sandsend bus from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Sandsend?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Sandsend is to train via Saltburn which takes 4h 49m and costs £24 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £29 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Sandsend bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Sandsend bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station Stand 11.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Sandsend?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Sandsend is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Edinburgh to Sandsend.

Where can I stay near Sandsend?

There are 2108+ hotels available in Sandsend.

Edinburgh to Sandsend - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Edinburgh to Sandsend 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 via Saltburn
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to DarlingtonEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Darlington to SaltburnBishop Auckland - Saltburn / ...
4h 49m
£24–92
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station Stand 11Ukx010 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 4 to Market PlaceX4 / ...
6h 21m
£17–28
Drive 169.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Sandsend169.4 mi
3h 30m
£43–62
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to DarlingtonEdinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from Darlington to WhitbyDarlington - Whitby
5h 34m
£24–93
Bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Newcastle Coach Station598 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Bus Station Express Lounge172 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 4 to Market PlaceX4 / ...
6h 42m
£26–41

Edinburgh to Sandsend by train and bus

188Weekly Services

4h 49mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 204.1 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Sandsend, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Hotel & Garage via Darlington, Saltburn, Station, and Market Place in around 4h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Hotel & Garage via Bus Station Stand 11, Bus Station Stand 4, and Market Place in around 6h 21m.

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