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Compare train and bus for Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Newcastle Metro (NCZ)
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Newcastle Metro (NCZ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $16, while a train costs an average of $125.
Distance: 91 miles (148 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$125 Average price | $16 Average price Cheapest | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 33m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Newcastle Metro (NCZ):
A bus is $109 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Newcastle Metro (NCZ) costing on average $125.
Other travel options to Newcastle Metro (NCZ) take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 38m.
You'll arrive about 1h 0m sooner (1h 33m by train vs 2h 33m by car). Tickets start at around $125 compared to roughly $39 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Lumo.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Newcastle Metro (NCZ) by train or bus
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Why should you book Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Newcastle Metro (NCZ) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs CrossCountry?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for CrossCountry, but also compare tickets for the likes of London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express or Lumo to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Newcastle Metro (NCZ).
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare CrossCountry with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Newcastle Metro (NCZ).
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Newcastle Metro (NCZ).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Newcastle Metro (NCZ)
Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Newcastle Metro (NCZ) run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $68 but you can travel from only $9 by bus.
There are 25 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:37, the last at 22:00. The fastest train covers the 91 miles (148 km) distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 91 miles (148 km) |
Average train duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $68 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 25 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 5:37 AM |
Last train 10:00 PM |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: CrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Lumo from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Newcastle Metro (NCZ) trainsCrossCountry, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, TransPennine Express, Lumo trains will get you between Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Newcastle Metro (NCZ) from $9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
CrossCountry
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
Cross Country
TransPennine Express
Lumo
FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Newcastle Metro (NCZ)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Newcastle Metro (NCZ) by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Newcastle Metro (NCZ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Newcastle Metro (NCZ)
Most Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Newcastle Metro (NCZ) trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and Newcastle Metro (NCZ) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
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