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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Monk Coniston is to bus which costs £27 - £35 and takes 8h 5m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Monk Coniston?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Monk Coniston. However, there are services departing from North Bridge and arriving at Hall via Market Hall, Bus Station and bus interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Monk Coniston?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Monk Coniston. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Windermere via Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Monk Coniston?

The distance between Edinburgh and Monk Coniston is 173 miles. The road distance is 140.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Monk Coniston without a car is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Edinburgh to Monk Coniston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Monk Coniston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Monk Coniston train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Monk Coniston?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Monk Coniston is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £35 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Monk Coniston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Monk Coniston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Monk Coniston?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Monk Coniston is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Edinburgh to Monk Coniston.

Where can I stay near Monk Coniston?

There are 3330+ hotels available in Monk Coniston.

Edinburgh to Monk Coniston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Monk 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 22m
£73–118
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 5m
£28–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penrith North Lakestrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus 508
6h 6m
£44–72
Drive 140 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Monk Conistoncar 140 mi
2h 50m
£35–51

Edinburgh to Monk Coniston by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 171.6 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Monk Coniston, 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 Monk Coniston via Market Hall, Bus Station, bus interchange, and Hall in around 8h 5m.

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