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

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

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.

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 31m and costs £26 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Hawkshead to Edinburgh, including transfers.

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 2452+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

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 31m
£26–71
Line 555 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Waterhead Inn for Pier to Bus Stationbus 555
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
5h 9m
£24–78
Drive 138.3 mi
1. Drive from Hawkshead to Edinburghcar 138.3 mi
2h 48m
£34–49

Hawkshead to Edinburgh by bus and train

94Weekly Services

4h 31mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.4 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

There is no direct connection from Hawkshead to Edinburgh. However, you can take the line 505 bus to Bus Rail Interchange, walk to Windermere, take the train to Oxenholme Lake District, then take the train to Edinburgh Waverley. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tourist Information Centre to Edinburgh Waverley via Waterhead Inn for Pier, Bus Station, Rail Station, and Penrith North Lakes in around 5h 9m.

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