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

The cheapest way to get from Shildon to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £28 - £40 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shildon to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £70 - £220.

Is there a direct train between Shildon and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Shildon to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Shildon and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Shildon to Edinburgh?

The distance between Shildon and Edinburgh is 169 miles. The road distance is 126.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shildon to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £70 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Shildon to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shildon to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Shildon to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Shildon to Edinburgh is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs £70 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £40 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Shildon to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shildon to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Shildon to Edinburgh is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Shildon to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Shildon 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 39m
£74–215
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 591 / ...
5h 9m
£28–40
Drive 126.2 mi
1. Drive from Shildon to Edinburghcar 126.2 mi
2h 45m
£31–45
Bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the bus from Railway Station bus stop to John Dobson Streetbus X21
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
5h 42m

Shildon to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 167.6 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £85–120 and the journey takes 1h 57m. Cross Country also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Dolphin Centre to Edinburgh, Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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