What is the cheapest way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £25 - £40 and takes 7h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bowness-on-Windermere and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Bowness-on-Windermere to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from car park and arriving at Princes Street via Bus Station, Carlisle and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Bowness-on-Windermere to Edinburgh?

The distance between Bowness-on-Windermere and Edinburgh is 190 miles. The road distance is 138.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 19m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bowness-on-Windermere to Edinburgh bus from?

Bowness-on-Windermere to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from car park station.

Where does the Bowness-on-Windermere to Edinburgh bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bowness-on-Windermere to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Bowness-on-Windermere to Edinburgh is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Bowness-on-Windermere to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2794+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from car park to Rail Stationbus 508
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 19m
£38–68
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from car park to Bus Stationbus 508
2. Take the bus from Carlisle to Glasgowbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus
7h 5m
£25–40
Drive 137.7 mi
1. Drive from Bowness-on-Windermere to Edinburghcar 137.7 mi
2h 47m
£34–49

Bowness-on-Windermere to Edinburgh by bus and train

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Distance: 188.8 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

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

You can take a bus from car park to Princes Street via Bus Station, Stand A - English Street, Carlisle, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 5m.

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