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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Windermere and Edinburgh Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between Windermere and Edinburgh Castle is 162 miles. The road distance is 138.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £23 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Edinburgh Castle train from?

Windermere to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Where does the Windermere to Edinburgh Castle train arrive?

Windermere to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Edinburgh Castle is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle.

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

Book your Windermere to Edinburgh Castle train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh Castle?

There are 2455+ hotels available in Edinburgh Castle.

Windermere to Edinburgh Castle - 2 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle by train or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 23m
£23–64
Drive 137.5 mi
1. Drive from Windermere to Edinburgh Castlecar 137.5 mi
2h 48m
£34–49

Windermere to Edinburgh Castle by train and foot

94Weekly Services

3h 23mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle.

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Distance: 161.1 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Oxenholme Lake District to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £15–55 and the journey takes 1h 59m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours.

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