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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Shildon is to bus which costs £27 - £40 and takes 4h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Shildon is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Shildon?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Shildon. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Shildon via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Shildon?

The distance between Edinburgh and Shildon is 169 miles. The road distance is 126.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Shildon without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £75 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Edinburgh to Shildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Shildon train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Shildon?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Shildon is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £75 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £40 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Shildon train arrive?

Edinburgh to Shildon train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Darlington station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Shildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Shildon is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Edinburgh to Shildon.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Shildon?

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Where can I stay near Shildon?

There are 1155+ hotels available in Shildon.

Edinburgh to Shildon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Shildon by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlingtontrain Edinburgh - Darlington / ...
2h 56m
£77–209
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Dolphin Centrebus 598 / ...
4h 53m
£27–38
Drive 125.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Shildoncar 125.8 mi
2h 45m
£31–45
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 Newgate Street - Medical Centrebus X21
5h 57m

Edinburgh to Shildon by train

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2h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 167.6 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Darlington hourly. Tickets cost £85–120 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Cross Country also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Dolphin Centre twice daily. Tickets cost £23–35 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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