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

The cheapest way to get from Buttermere to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £24 - £35 and takes 7h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Buttermere to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Buttermere and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Buttermere to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Court Hotel and arriving at South Bridge via Main Street and Stand K Carlisle Market Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Buttermere and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Buttermere to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Workington and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Buttermere to Edinburgh?

The distance between Buttermere and Edinburgh is 153 miles. The road distance is 128.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Buttermere to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Buttermere to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buttermere to Edinburgh bus from?

Buttermere to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Main Street station.

Where do I catch the Buttermere to Edinburgh train from?

Buttermere to Edinburgh train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Workington station.

Train or bus from Buttermere to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Buttermere to Edinburgh is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Buttermere to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Buttermere to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Market Hall station.

Where does the Buttermere to Edinburgh train arrive?

Buttermere to Edinburgh train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Buttermere to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Buttermere to Edinburgh is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Buttermere to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2837+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Buttermere to Edinburgh - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Buttermere to Edinburgh by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Workington to Carlisletrain Whitehaven - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 12m
£83–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Market Hallbus 600
2. Take the bus from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall to South Bridgebus X95
7h 13m
£24–32
Bus, train via Carlisle
1. Take the bus from Main Street to Bus Stationbus 600
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 47m
£36–66
Drive 128.1 mi
1. Drive from Buttermere to Edinburghcar 128.1 mi
2h 37m
£32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Court Hotel to Bus Stationbus 77 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X4 / ...
3. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
4h 24m
£45–82

Buttermere to Edinburgh by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 152.1 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

You can take a vehicle from Buttermere to Edinburgh Waverley via Workington and Carlisle in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Court Hotel to South Bridge via Main Street, Market Hall, and Stand K Carlisle Market Hall in around 7h 13m.

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