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

The cheapest way to get from Newport to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 11h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newport to Edinburgh is to bus and fly which takes 4h 4m and costs £40 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Newport and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Newport to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Kingsway K14 and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Newport and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Newport (S Wales) and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Newport to Edinburgh?

The distance between Newport and Edinburgh is 369 miles. The road distance is 357.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newport to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 34m and costs £70 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Newport to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newport to Edinburgh bus from?

Newport to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Kingsway K14 station.

Where do I catch the Newport to Edinburgh train from?

Newport to Edinburgh train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Newport (S Wales) station.

Train or bus from Newport to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Newport to Edinburgh is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 34m and costs £70 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 11h 45m.

Where does the Newport to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Newport to Edinburgh bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Newport to Edinburgh train arrive?

Newport to Edinburgh train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Newport to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Newport to Edinburgh is 357 miles. It takes approximately 6h 54m to drive from Newport to Edinburgh.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Newport to Edinburgh - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Newport to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 34m
£73–251
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station183 / ...
11h 45m
£35–90
Drive 355.2 mi
1. Drive from Newport to Edinburgh355.2 mi
6h 54m
£89–128
Bus to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Airport Bus Station
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
4h 4m
£42–116
Train
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Edinburgh WaverleyCardiff Central - Edinburgh
7h 10m
£75–260
Bus to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Airport Bus Station
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
4h 53m
£47–176
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
4h 47m
£64–228
Train, train to Cardiff Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barry
3. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
4h 35m
£81–203
Bus to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Airport Bus Station
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
5h 29m
£47–200

Newport to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 367.3 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

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You can take a train from Newport (S Wales) to Edinburgh Waverley via Crewe in around 6h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway K14 to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 11h 45m.

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