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

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 6h 57m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Windermere and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Windermere to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Barclays Bank and arriving at Princes Street via Bus Station, Halston Hotel and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Windermere and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Windermere to Edinburgh?

The distance between Windermere and Edinburgh is 161 miles. The road distance is 139 miles.

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

The best way to get from Windermere to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Windermere to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Edinburgh bus from?

Windermere to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Barclays Bank station.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Edinburgh train from?

Windermere to Edinburgh train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Train or bus from Windermere to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Windermere to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Windermere to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Windermere to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Windermere to Edinburgh train arrive?

Windermere to Edinburgh train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Windermere to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Edinburgh is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Windermere to Edinburgh.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
3h 15m
£54–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barclays Bank to Bus Stationbus 508
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus
6h 57m
£23–39
Drive 138.1 mi
1. Drive from Windermere to Edinburghcar 138.1 mi
2h 50m
£35–50

Windermere to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 160.5 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Oxenholme Lake District to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £55–95 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Avanti West Coast also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barclays Bank to Princes Street via Bus Station, STAND A - English Street, Halston Hotel, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 57m.

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