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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Coniston is to bus which costs £27 - £35 and takes 8h 14m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Coniston?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Coniston. However, there are services departing from North Bridge and arriving at The Crown via Market Hall, Bus Station and bus interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Coniston?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Coniston. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Windermere via Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Coniston?

The distance between Edinburgh and Coniston is 173 miles. The road distance is 141.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Coniston without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Edinburgh to Coniston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Coniston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Coniston train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Coniston?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Coniston is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £35 and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Coniston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Coniston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Coniston?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Coniston is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Edinburgh to Coniston.

Where can I stay near Coniston?

There are 3321+ hotels available in Coniston.

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There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Coniston 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 23m
£74–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Bridge to Market Hallbus X95
2. Take the bus from Market Hall to Bus Stationbus 553
8h 14m
£28–35
Drive 140.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Conistoncar 140.8 mi
2h 50m
£35–50

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Distance: 172.3 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Oxenholme Lake District every 4 hours. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h. Avanti West Coast also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Bridge to The Crown via Market Hall, Bus Station, and bus interchange in around 8h 14m.

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