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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Buttermere is to bus which costs £18 - £30 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Buttermere is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Buttermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Buttermere. However, there are services departing from North Bridge and arriving at Court Hotel via Galashiels Transport Interchange, Market Hall and Main Street Monument. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Buttermere?

The distance between Edinburgh and Buttermere is 153 miles. The road distance is 128.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Buttermere without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £65 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Edinburgh to Buttermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Buttermere bus from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Buttermere?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Buttermere is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £65 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £30 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Buttermere bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Buttermere bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Galashiels Transport Interchange station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Buttermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Buttermere is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Edinburgh to Buttermere.

Where can I stay near Buttermere?

There are 693+ hotels available in Buttermere.

Edinburgh to Buttermere - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Buttermere 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 Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisletrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Workingtontrain Carlisle - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
3h 28m
£68–171
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Bridge to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X95
2. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Market Hallbus X95
3. Take the bus from Market Hall to Main Streetbus 600
7h 30m
£19–30
Drive 128 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Buttermerecar 128 mi
2h 36m
£32–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penrith North Lakestrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X5 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Court Hotelbus 77 / ...
4h 17m
£33–141

Edinburgh to Buttermere by bus

18Weekly Buses

7h 30mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Buttermere.

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Distance: 152.3 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Buttermere, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Buttermere via Carlisle and Workington in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Bridge to Court Hotel via Galashiels Transport Interchange, Market Hall, and Main Street Monument in around 7h 30m.

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