What is the cheapest way to get from Keswick to Aviemore?

The cheapest way to get from Keswick to Aviemore is to bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 7h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Keswick to Aviemore?

The fastest way to get from Keswick to Aviemore is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Keswick and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct bus from Keswick to Aviemore. However, there are services departing from Greta Bank and arriving at Cairngorm Hotel via Bus Station, Halston Hotel and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

How far is it from Keswick to Aviemore?

The distance between Keswick and Aviemore is 287 miles. The road distance is 243.4 miles.

How do I travel from Keswick to Aviemore without a car?

The best way to get from Keswick to Aviemore without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 7h 6m and costs £50 - £260.

How long does it take to get from Keswick to Aviemore?

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Keswick to Aviemore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Keswick to Aviemore bus from?

Keswick to Aviemore bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Halston Hotel station.

Train or bus from Keswick to Aviemore?

The best way to get from Keswick to Aviemore is to train via Edinburgh which takes 7h 6m and costs £50 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 7h 59m.

Where does the Keswick to Aviemore bus arrive?

Keswick to Aviemore bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Keswick to Aviemore?

Yes, the driving distance between Keswick to Aviemore is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Keswick to Aviemore.

Where can I stay near Aviemore?

There are 455+ hotels available in Aviemore.

Keswick to Aviemore - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Keswick to Aviemore by train, bus, 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.

Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Haymarkettrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Aviemoretrain Edinburgh - Inverness
7h 6m
£51–257
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Cairngorm Hotelbus E8
7h 59m
£28–48
Drive 242 mi
1. Drive from Keswick to Aviemorecar 242 mi
4h 29m
£60–86
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Aviemoretrain London Euston - Inverness
8h 9m
£75–100

Keswick to Aviemore by bus and train

40Weekly Services

7h 6mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Keswick to Aviemore.

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Distance: 285 mi
Duration: 7h 6m

What companies run services between Keswick, Cumbria, England and Aviemore, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Greta Bank to Aviemore via Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, and Haymarket in around 7h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greta Bank to Cairngorm Hotel via Bus Station, Wetherspoons, Halston Hotel, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 59m.

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