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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Settle is to bus and train which costs £22 - £45 and takes 7h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Settle is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Settle?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Settle. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Settle via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Settle?

The distance between Edinburgh and Settle is 173 miles. The road distance is 163.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Settle without a car is to train which takes 3h 51m and costs £25 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Edinburgh to Settle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Settle train from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Settle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Settle?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Settle is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Edinburgh to Settle.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Settle?

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Where can I stay near Settle?

There are 939+ hotels available in Settle.

Edinburgh to Settle - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Settle 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 Settletrain Carlisle - Nottingham / ...
3h 51m
£25–107
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X62 / ...
2. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Halston Hotelbus X95
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Settletrain
7h 54m
£22–44
Drive 162.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Settlecar 162.7 mi
3h 9m
£40–58

Edinburgh to Settle by train

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3h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 171.7 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Settle via Carlisle in around 3h 51m.

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