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

The cheapest way to get from Shildon to Edinburgh is to bus via Newcastle upon Tyne which costs £12 - £28 and takes 5h 26m.

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 42m and costs £30 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Shildon and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Shildon to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from St Johns Church and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Tenters Street Stand B and John Dobson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

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 42m.

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 42m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Shildon to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shildon to Edinburgh bus from?

Shildon to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Tenters Street Stand B station.

Where do I catch the Shildon to Edinburgh train from?

Shildon to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, 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 42m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus via Newcastle upon Tyne, which costs £12 - £28 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Shildon to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Shildon to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at John Dobson St-Carliol St station.

Where does the Shildon to Edinburgh train arrive?

Shildon to Edinburgh train services, operated by Cross Country, 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 44m to drive from Shildon to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Shildon to 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 WaverleyPlymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2h 42m
£32–60
Bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tenters Street Stand B to John Dobson St-Carliol StX21
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkn11 / ...
5h 26m
£12–28
Drive 126.2 mi
1. Drive from Shildon to Edinburgh126.2 mi
2h 44m
£31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to North St David Street831
5h 51m
£22–32

Shildon to Edinburgh by train

110Weekly Trains

2h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 167.7 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Darlington to Edinburgh Waverley hourly. Tickets cost £35–55 and the journey takes 2h 2m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Johns Church to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Newgate Street Stand E, Tenters Street Stand B, and John Dobson Street in around 5h 26m.

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