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

The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £6 - £40 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £29 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Middlesbrough and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station Stand 11 station and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Middlesbrough and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Middlesbrough and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?

The distance between Middlesbrough and Edinburgh is 174 miles. The road distance is 143.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £29 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Edinburgh bus from?

Middlesbrough to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stand 11.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £29 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £40 and takes 3h 45m.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the Middlesbrough to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Middlesbrough to Edinburgh is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh.

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

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

Book your Middlesbrough to Edinburgh bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Middlesbrough to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Northallerton - Edinburgh / ...
2h 46m
£29–64
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukx010 / ...
3h 45m
£6–40
Drive 143 mi
1. Drive from Middlesbrough to Edinburghcar 143 mi
2h 58m
£35–51
Train via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Newcastletrain Nunthorpe - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 55m
£14–101
Bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 598 / ...
4h 50m
£20–41

Middlesbrough to Edinburgh by train

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2h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.4 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £27–50 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Cross Country also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Edinburgh, Bus Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £6–21 and the journey takes 3h 45m. National Express also services this route twice daily.

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