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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street
The cheapest option from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street is coach, with an average price of £24. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 159 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£24 Average Price | £24 Average Price Cheapest option |
3h 35m Average total duration 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 12m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street coaches for today, Wednesday 1 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:37 Edinburgh, Drum Brae South | 4h13 | 23:50 Sunderland, Interchange | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 20:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h35 | 23:20 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 20:45 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h05 | 23:50 Sunderland, Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX598 | 22:05 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 3h05 | 1:10 Durham, Sutton Street / Bridge Street | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:30 Edinburgh, Bus Station | 2h25 | 1:55 Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:45 Edinburgh | 3h30 | 12:15 Chester-le-Street | 3 changes | |
![]() | 8:45 Edinburgh | 3h30 | 12:15 Chester-le-Street | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:35 Edinburgh | 3h42 | 14:17 Chester-le-Street | 3 changes | |
![]() | 10:35 Edinburgh | 3h42 | 14:17 Chester-le-Street | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:45 Edinburgh | 3h32 | 15:17 Chester-le-Street | 3 changes | |
![]() | 11:45 Edinburgh | 3h32 | 15:17 Chester-le-Street | 2 changes | |
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Why should you book Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs National Express?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street
Typically, there are 2 buses per day from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street, including 2 direct buses, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 159 km distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 159 km |
Average bus duration 3h 5m |
Lowest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 5m |
First bus 3:15 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Bus providers: National Express from Edinburgh to Chester-le-StreetYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street with National Express for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chester-le-Street, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
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- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
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- 10€ per additional bag.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Chester-le-Street
Most Edinburgh to Chester-le-Street buses use the Edinburgh, Bus Station to Newcastle upon Tyne, John Dobson Street station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Chester-le-Street bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Edinburgh station do buses to Chester-le-Street leave from?
Getting to Edinburgh, Bus Station from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh, Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Edinburgh, Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café at the Station (in the station), Sandwich Shop (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh, Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh, Bus Station: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Ingliston, Airport (Stance C) from Edinburgh city centre
Most popular bus connections from Edinburgh
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