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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Edinburgh to Birtley

Composite routes from Edinburgh to Birtley

Cheapest
2 h 21 min
Car
180 km.
from $9

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.72–$25.32
Bus from Bus Station to John
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.72–$25.32

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Scottish Citylink

Phone:
0141 352 4444
Email:
Website:
citylink.co.uk/
Bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Newcastle-Upon-Tyne
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$32.91–$46.83

Train operators

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$227.84

LNER

Phone:
+44 345 722 5333
Email:
Website:
lner.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 26m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$107.59–$151.89

Lumo

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

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$34.18–$88.60

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Birtley is to night bus which costs $17.39 - $23.91 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Birtley is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs $34.78 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Birtley?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Birtley station. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Durham Road-Fire Station via Newcastle Newgate Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Birtley?

The distance between Edinburgh and Birtley is 208 km. The road distance is 180.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Birtley without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs $34.78 - $206.52 .

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

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Birtley bus from?

Edinburgh to Birtley bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Birtley?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Birtley is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs $34.78 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16.30 - $42.39 and takes 3h 23m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Birtley bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Birtley bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne station.

What is the time difference between Edinburgh and Birtley?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Birtley?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Birtley is 180 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Edinburgh to Birtley.

Where can I stay near Birtley?

There are 1678+ hotels available in Birtley. Prices start at $33.72 per night.
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