What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Borrowdale?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Borrowdale is to bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 6h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Borrowdale?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Borrowdale is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Borrowdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Borrowdale. However, there are services departing from North Bridge and arriving at Stonethwaite road end via Market Hall, Christies Newsagents and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Borrowdale?

The distance between Edinburgh and Borrowdale is 144 miles. The road distance is 127 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Borrowdale without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Borrowdale without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 30m and costs £20 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Borrowdale?

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Edinburgh to Borrowdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Borrowdale bus from?

Edinburgh to Borrowdale bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from North Bridge station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Borrowdale bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Borrowdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Borrowdale is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Edinburgh to Borrowdale.

Where can I stay near Borrowdale?

There are 1644+ hotels available in Borrowdale.

Edinburgh to Borrowdale - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penrith North Lakestrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X5 / ...
3h 30m
£21–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Bridge to Market Hallbus X95
6h 50m
£17–33
Drive 126.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Borrowdalecar 126.3 mi
2h 46m
£31–44

Edinburgh to Borrowdale by train and bus

82Weekly Services

3h 30mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Borrowdale, England?

Borders Buses operates a bus from North Bridge to Market Hall twice a week. Tickets cost £7–9 and the journey takes 3h 27m.

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