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

The cheapest way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £8 - £21 and takes 4h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £28 - £45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Houghton-Le-Spring and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

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

The distance between Houghton-Le-Spring and Edinburgh is 139 miles. The road distance is 119.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 46m and costs £6 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh, including transfers.

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

Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Interchange station.

Train or bus from Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh is to bus which takes 4h 12m and costs £8 - £21. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £21 - £55 and takes 2h 48m.

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

Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2503+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburgh by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Hetton Road-Durham Road to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus X1
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 46m
£6–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn10 / ...
4h 12m
£8–20
Drive 119.2 mi
1. Drive from Houghton-Le-Spring to Edinburghcar 119.2 mi
2h 33m
£29–41
Train
1. Take the train from Durham to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2h 48m
£22–52
Bus via Westmorland Rd-Discovery Msm
1. Take the bus from Hetton Road-Durham Road to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus X1
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 598 / ...
4h 48m
£18–30

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

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Distance: 138.3 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £6–18 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, Cross Country operates a train from Durham to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £23–50 and the journey takes 1h 46m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route 3 times a day.

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