How far is it from Ben Nevis to Scafell Pike?

The distance between Ben Nevis and Scafell Pike is 261 miles.

How do I travel from Ben Nevis to Scafell Pike without a car?

The best way to get from Ben Nevis to Scafell Pike without a car is to travel and bus and train which takes 6h 21m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ben Nevis to Scafell Pike?

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Ben Nevis to Scafell Pike, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Scafell Pike?

There are 1612+ hotels available in Scafell Pike.

Ben Nevis to Scafell Pike - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Ben Nevis to Scafell Pike by unknown, bus, or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Travel, bus, train
best
1. Walk from Ben Nevis to An Aird One
2. Take the bus from An Aird One to Terminal BuildingE5
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakes
4. Walk from Bus Station to Scafell Pike
6h 21m
Travel, train
1. Walk from Ben Nevis to Fort William
2. Take the train from Fort William to Glasgow Queen Street
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakes
4. Walk from Bus Station to Scafell Pike
7h 18m
Travel, bus
1. Walk from Ben Nevis to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station915
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotel
4. Walk from Bus Station to Scafell Pike
7h 54m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ben Nevis to Scafell Pike.

Launch map view

Distance: 259.4 mi
Duration: 6h 21m

What companies run services between Ben Nevis, Scotland and Scafell Pike, England?

There is no direct connection from Ben Nevis to Scafell Pike. However, you can travel to An Aird One, take the bus to Terminal Building, take the line 500 bus to Waterloo Lane, walk to Glasgow Central, take the train to Penrith North Lakes, walk to Rail Station, take the bus to Bus Station, then travel to Scafell Pike. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Ben Nevis to Scafell Pike via Fort William, Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, Penrith North Lakes, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 18m.

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