What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Saint Bees?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Saint Bees is to bus which costs £27 - £35 and takes 7h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Saint Bees?

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

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Saint Bees?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Saint Bees station. However, there are services departing from North Bridge and arriving at Rail Station via Market Hall, Main Street and Duke Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Saint Bees?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Saint Bees. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Whitehaven via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Saint Bees?

The distance between Edinburgh and Saint Bees is 146 miles. The road distance is 135.2 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Saint Bees without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Saint Bees without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Saint Bees?

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Edinburgh to Saint Bees, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Saint Bees bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Saint Bees train from?

Edinburgh to Saint Bees train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Saint Bees?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Saint Bees is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £35 and takes 7h 21m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Saint Bees bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Saint Bees bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Market Hall station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Saint Bees train arrive?

Edinburgh to Saint Bees train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Saint Bees?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Saint Bees is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Edinburgh to Saint Bees.

Where can I stay near Saint Bees?

There are 603+ hotels available in Saint Bees.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisletrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
3h 14m
£56–108
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Bridge to Market Hallbus X95
2. Take the bus from Market Hall to Main Streetbus 600
7h 21m
£28–35
Drive 134.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Saint Beescar 134.4 mi
2h 48m
£34–48

Edinburgh to Saint Bees by bus

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Distance: 144.8 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Saint Bees, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Saint Bees via Carlisle and Whitehaven in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Bridge to Rail Station via Market Hall, Main Street, and Duke Street in around 7h 21m.

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