What is the cheapest way to get from Coniston Water to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Coniston Water to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 8h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Coniston Water to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Coniston Water to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Coniston Water and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Coniston Water to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from The Crown and arriving at South Bridge via bus interchange, Bus Station and Market Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

How far is it from Coniston Water to Edinburgh?

The distance between Coniston Water and Edinburgh is 175 miles. The road distance is 141.6 miles.

How do I travel from Coniston Water to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Coniston Water to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £60 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Coniston Water to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Coniston Water to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coniston Water to Edinburgh bus from?

Coniston Water to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Coniston Water to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Coniston Water to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £60 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 8h 26m.

Where does the Coniston Water to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Coniston Water to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Market Hall station.

Can I drive from Coniston Water to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Coniston Water to Edinburgh is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Coniston Water to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2557+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Coniston Water to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus, and car

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 36m
£64–193
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Hallbus 553
2. Take the bus from Market Hall to South Bridgebus X95
8h 26m
£21–32
Line 555 bus, train
1. Take the bus from bus interchange to Bus Stationbus 555
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 9m
£32–153
Drive 140.7 mi
1. Drive from Coniston to Edinburghcar 140.7 mi
2h 49m
£35–50

Coniston Water to Edinburgh by bus and train

77Weekly Services

5h 9mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.4 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between Coniston Water, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Oxenholme Lake District to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £55–150 and the journey takes 2h. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Crown to South Bridge via bus interchange, Bus Station, and Market Hall in around 8h 26m.

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