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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Cumbria is to bus which costs £14 - £25 and takes 6h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Cumbria is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from North Bridge and arriving at Longthwaite road end via La Mexxaluna and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Cumbria?

The distance between Edinburgh and Cumbria is 126 miles. The road distance is 119.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Cumbria without a car is to train and line 508 bus which takes 3h 5m and costs £25 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Edinburgh to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Cumbria bus from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Cumbria bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Cumbria bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Halston Hotel station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Cumbria?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Cumbria is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Edinburgh to Cumbria.

Where can I stay near Cumbria?

There are 833+ hotels available in Cumbria.

Edinburgh to Cumbria - 3 ways to travel via train, line 508 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 508 bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penrith North Lakestrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Pooley Bridge Innbus 508
3h 5m
£26–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Bridge to Halston Hotelbus X95
6h 40m
£14–25
Drive 118.9 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Cumbriacar 118.9 mi
2h 22m
£29–42

Edinburgh to Cumbria by train and bus

61Weekly Services

3h 5mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 125.2 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

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

Borders Buses operates a bus from North Bridge to Halston Hotel once a week. Tickets cost £7–9 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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