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

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

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

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

How far is it from Edinburgh to Coniston Water?

The distance between Edinburgh and Coniston Water is 175 miles. The road distance is 141.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Coniston Water without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £60 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Edinburgh to Coniston Water, including transfers.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Coniston Water?

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

Where can I stay near Coniston Water?

There are 3317+ hotels available in Coniston Water.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Coniston Water 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 Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 27m
£63–194
Drive 140.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Conistoncar 140.8 mi
2h 50m
£35–51
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Barrow-in-Furnesstrain
3. Take the bus from Ramsden Square to The Crownbus X7
6h 49m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Coniston Water.

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Distance: 174.2 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Oxenholme Lake District every 4 hours. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 2h. Avanti West Coast also services this route 3 times a day.

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