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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Cartmel is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Cartmel is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £55.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Cartmel?

The distance between Edinburgh and Cartmel is 188 miles. The road distance is 153.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cartmel without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £40 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Edinburgh to Cartmel, including transfers.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Cartmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Cartmel is 154 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Edinburgh to Cartmel.

Where can I stay near Cartmel?

There are 996+ hotels available in Cartmel.

Edinburgh to Cartmel - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 530 bus

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

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 Lancastertrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
3h 7m
£44–180
Train, line 530 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to Quaker Meeting Housebus 530
4h 26m
£34–164
Drive 152.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Cartmelcar 152.8 mi
3h 1m
£38–54

Edinburgh to Cartmel by train and bus

5Weekly Services

4h 26mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Cartmel.

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Distance: 187.3 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Lancaster every 4 hours. Tickets cost £60–170 and the journey takes 2h 4m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours.

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