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

The cheapest way to get from Alston to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Alston to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Alston and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Alston to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Hendersons Garage and arriving at Princes Street via Halston Hotel and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Alston to Edinburgh?

The distance between Alston and Edinburgh is 131 miles. The road distance is 112 miles.

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

The best way to get from Alston to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 14m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Alston to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alston to Edinburgh bus from?

Alston to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Telfords Coaches, depart from Hendersons Garage station.

Where does the Alston to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Alston to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Telfords Coaches, arrive at The Courts station.

Can I drive from Alston to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Alston to Edinburgh is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Alston to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2813+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Alston to Edinburgh by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Hendersons Garage to The Courtsbus 680A
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 14m
Drive 111.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alston to Edinburghcar 111.4 mi
2h 27m
£28–40
Bus via Glasgow
1. Take the bus from Hendersons Garage to The Courtsbus
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus
5h 20m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hendersons Garage to Market Hallbus 680A
2. Take the bus from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
5h 45m

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Distance: 130.4 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Alston, Cumbria, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Hendersons Garage to Princes Street via The Courts, Halston Hotel, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 20m.

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