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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Elterwater is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Elterwater is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £30 - £50.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Elterwater?

The distance between Edinburgh and Elterwater is 170 miles. The road distance is 132.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Elterwater without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £40 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Edinburgh to Elterwater, including transfers.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Elterwater?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Elterwater is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Edinburgh to Elterwater.

Where can I stay near Elterwater?

There are 3317+ hotels available in Elterwater.

Edinburgh to Elterwater - 3 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Elterwater 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 Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 16m
£41–88
Train, line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penrith North Lakestrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Waterhead Inn for Pierbus 555
5h 3m
£24–79
Drive 131.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Elterwatercar 131.6 mi
2h 56m
£33–47

Edinburgh to Elterwater by train and bus

11Weekly Services

5h 3mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Elterwater.

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Distance: 168.7 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Oxenholme Lake District every 4 hours. Tickets cost £21–55 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Avanti West Coast also services this route 3 times a day.

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