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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from South Shields to Edinburgh

Composite routes from South Shields to Edinburgh

Cheapest
2 h 24 min
Car
205 km.
from $11
Other
4 h 24 min
152 km.
from $39.65

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.72–$26.58

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.72–$25.32

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Edinburgh,
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.18–$48.10

Go North East

Phone:
+44 191 420 5050
Email:
Website:
gonortheast.co.uk/
Bus from West Percy Street to Monument
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.96

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Newcastle to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$240.50

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Newcastle to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$107.59–$151.89

Lumo

Phone:
0800 031 8542
Email:
Website:
lumo.co.uk/
Train from Newcastle to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
4 times a day

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Newcastle to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$88.60

Nexus

Phone:
0191 203 3199
Email:
Website:
nexus.org.uk/
Train from South Shields to Central
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.66–$5.06

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from South Shields to Edinburgh is to line 1 bus and bus which costs $17.39 - $44.57 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from South Shields to Edinburgh is to subway and train which takes 2h 3m and costs $32.61 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct bus between South Shields and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from South Shields to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from West Percy Street and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

Is there a direct train between South Shields and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from South Shields to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from South Shields and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from South Shields to Edinburgh?

The distance between South Shields and Edinburgh is 215 km. The road distance is 204.9 km.

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

The best way to get from South Shields to Edinburgh without a car is to subway and train which takes 2h 3m and costs $32.61 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from South Shields to Edinburgh, including transfers.

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

South Shields to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from West Percy Street station.

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

South Shields to Edinburgh train services, operated by Nexus, depart from South Shields station.

Where does the South Shields to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Where does the South Shields to Edinburgh train arrive?

South Shields to Edinburgh train services, operated by Nexus, arrive at Central Station.

Can I drive from South Shields to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between South Shields to Edinburgh is 205 km. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from South Shields to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at $44.14 per night.
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