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

The cheapest way to get from Hawkshead to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 8h 23m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Hawkshead and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Hawkshead to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Tourist Information Centre and arriving at South Bridge via bus interchange, Bus Station and Market Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

How far is it from Hawkshead to Edinburgh?

The distance between Hawkshead and Edinburgh is 171 miles. The road distance is 139.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hawkshead to Edinburgh without a car is to line 505 bus and train which takes 4h 32m and costs £35 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Hawkshead to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hawkshead to Edinburgh bus from?

Hawkshead to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Hawkshead to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Hawkshead to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Market Hall station.

Can I drive from Hawkshead to Edinburgh?

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

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2557+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Hawkshead to Edinburgh - 3 ways to travel via train, line 505 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Hawkshead to Edinburgh by bus, train, 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.

Line 505 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Tourist Information Centre to Bus Rail Interchangebus 505
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 32m
£35–163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Hallbus 553
2. Take the bus from Market Hall to South Bridgebus X95
8h 23m
£20–32
Drive 138.3 mi
1. Drive from Hawkshead to Edinburghcar 138.3 mi
2h 48m
£34–49

Hawkshead to Edinburgh by bus and train

17Weekly Services

4h 32mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.4 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Tourist Information Centre to South Bridge via bus interchange, Bus Station, and Market Hall in around 8h 23m.

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