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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Hawkshead is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Hawkshead is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £50.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Hawkshead?

The distance between Edinburgh and Hawkshead is 168 miles. The road distance is 139.2 miles.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Edinburgh to Hawkshead, including transfers.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Hawkshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Hawkshead is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Edinburgh to Hawkshead.

Where can I stay near Hawkshead?

There are 3317+ hotels available in Hawkshead.

Edinburgh to Hawkshead - 2 ways to travel via train, car ferry, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Edinburgh to Hawkshead by train, car ferry, or car

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Train, car ferry
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the car ferry from Ferry Nab to Far Sawreycarferry
3h 31m
Drive 138.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Hawksheadcar 138.4 mi
2h 48m
£34–49

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Edinburgh to Hawkshead.

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Distance: 167.2 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

There is no direct connection from Edinburgh to Hawkshead. However, you can take the train to Oxenholme Lake District, take the train to Windermere, drive to Ferry Nab, take the car ferry to Far Sawrey, then drive to Hawkshead. Alternatively, you can drive from Edinburgh to Hawkshead in around 2h 48m.

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