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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £8 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Gateshead and Edinburgh?

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

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newcastle and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Edinburgh?

The distance between Gateshead and Edinburgh is 124 miles. The road distance is 106.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £8 - £80.

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

The train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley takes 1h 24m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Edinburgh bus from?

Gateshead to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from John Dobson Street station.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Gateshead to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Gateshead to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £8 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £29 and takes 2h 35m.

Where does the Gateshead to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Gateshead to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Gateshead to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gateshead to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Edinburgh is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Gateshead to Edinburgh.

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

Book your Gateshead to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Gateshead to Edinburgh?

Book your Gateshead to Edinburgh bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2508+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Can I share a ride from Gateshead to Edinburgh?

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Gateshead to Edinburgh 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 Newcastle to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
1h 24m
£8–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkn11 / ...
2h 35m
£6–29
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Newcastle upon Tyne to Edinburgh104 mi
2h 38m
£7–15
Drive 106.3 mi
1. Drive from Gateshead to Edinburgh106.3 mi
2h 18m
£26–38

Gateshead to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 123.2 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £21–40 and the journey takes 1h 24m. Four other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–21 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Two other operators also service this route.

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