What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Windermere is to bus and line 554 bus and line 555 bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 7h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Windermere?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Windermere is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Castle and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Castle to Windermere. However, there are services departing from South Bridge and arriving at St Mary's Church via Market Hall, Christies Newsagents and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Castle and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Castle to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Windermere via Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Castle to Windermere?

The distance between Edinburgh Castle and Windermere is 162 miles. The road distance is 137.9 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Castle to Windermere without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £21 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Castle to Windermere?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Windermere bus from?

Edinburgh Castle to Windermere bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from South Bridge station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Castle to Windermere train from?

Edinburgh Castle to Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Castle to Windermere?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Castle to Windermere is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £21 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 554 bus and line 555 bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Windermere bus arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Windermere bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Market Hall station.

Where does the Edinburgh Castle to Windermere train arrive?

Edinburgh Castle to Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Castle to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Castle to Windermere is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Edinburgh Castle to Windermere.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh Castle to Windermere?

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3266+ hotels available in Windermere.

Edinburgh Castle to Windermere - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh Castle to Windermere by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 14m
£22–64
Bus, line 554 bus, line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from South Bridge to Market Hallbus X95
2. Take the bus from Market Hall to Christies Newsagentsbus 300 / ...
3. Take the bus from Christies Newsagents to Bus Stationbus 554
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Mary's Churchbus 555
7h 22m
£20–33
Drive 137.1 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Castle to Windermerecar 137.1 mi
2h 47m
£33–48

Edinburgh Castle to Windermere by foot and train

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3h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 161.1 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Castle, Scotland and Windermere, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Oxenholme Lake District every 4 hours. Tickets cost £21–55 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Avanti West Coast also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Edinburgh Castle to St Mary's Church via South Bridge, Market Hall, Christies Newsagents, and Bus Station in around 7h 22m.

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