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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Edinburgh to Alston

Cheapest
2 h 22 min
Car
184 km.
from $10
Other
3 h 26 min
Train, bus via Carlisle, Train, bus via Carlisle
134 km.
from $5.43
4 h 58 min
134 km.
Select a ticket
3 h 26 min
Train, Bus
134 km.
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Transport providers

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$54.43–$164.55

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.11–$41.77

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$75.95

Bus operators

Wright Bros Coaches

Phone:
+44 (0)1434 381200
Email:
Website:
wrightscoaches.co.uk/
Bus from Newcastle Coach Station to Station
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Once a week

Telfords Coaches

Phone:
+44(0) 13873 75677
Email:
Website:
telfordscoaches.com/
Bus from Market Hall to Hendersons
Ave. Duration:
58 min
Frequency:
4 times a week
Bus from Club Britannia to Hendersons
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Twice a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Alston is to drive which costs $34.78 - $52.17 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Alston is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs $34.78 - $52.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Alston?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Alston station. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Station Yard via Newcastle Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Alston?

The distance between Edinburgh and Alston is 209 km. The road distance is 183.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Alston without a car is to train and bus via Carlisle which takes 3h 26m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Edinburgh to Alston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Alston bus from?

Edinburgh to Alston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Alston bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Alston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Newcastle upon Tyne station.

What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Alston?

It is currently 06:03 at both, Edinburgh and Alston.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Alston?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Alston is 183 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Edinburgh to Alston.

Where can I stay near Alston?

There are 360+ hotels available in Alston. Prices start at $67.45 per night.
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