What is the cheapest way to get from North Shields to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from North Shields to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from North Shields to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from North Shields to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £10 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between North Shields and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from North Shields to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Albion Road-Sidney Street and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via John Dobson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

Is there a direct train between North Shields and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from North Shields to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from North Shields and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from North Shields to Edinburgh?

The distance between North Shields and Edinburgh is 131 miles. The road distance is 111.3 miles.

How do I travel from North Shields to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from North Shields to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £10 - £85.

How long does it take to get from North Shields to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 2h 7m to get from North Shields to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North Shields to Edinburgh bus from?

North Shields to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Albion Road-Sidney Street station.

Where do I catch the North Shields to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from North Shields to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from North Shields to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 7m and costs £10 - £85. Alternatively, you can line 301 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 41m.

Where does the North Shields to Edinburgh bus arrive?

North Shields to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Monument Market Street station.

Where does the North Shields to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from North Shields to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between North Shields to Edinburgh is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from North Shields to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2556+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

North Shields to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, line 301 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Kings Cross - Edinburgh / ...
2h 7m
£11–83
Line 301 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Albion Road-Sidney Street to Monument Market Streetbus 301
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
3h 41m
Drive 110.7 mi
1. Drive from North Shields to Edinburghcar 110.7 mi
2h 18m
£27–39
Line 301 bus, bus via Westmorland Rd-Discovery Msm
1. Take the bus from Albion Road - Upper Camden Street to Monument Market Streetbus 301
2. Take the bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 180 / ...
4h 39m

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Distance: 130.6 mi
Duration: 2h 7m

What companies run services between North Shields, 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 22m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Albion Road-Sidney Street to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Monument Market Street and John Dobson Street in around 3h 41m.

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