What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere is to bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 7h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Terminal and arriving at Beech Street via Buchanan Bus Station, La Mexxaluna and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Airport and arriving at Windermere via Haymarket and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere?

The distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Windermere is 166 miles. The road distance is 141.6 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £60 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere?

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere bus from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere train from?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Haymarket station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere?

The best way to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 7h 46m.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere bus arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere train arrive?

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere.

Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3340+ hotels available in Windermere.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh Airport (EDI) and Windermere. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 23m
£64–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Air
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Beech Streetbus 508
7h 46m
£25–39
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh-EDI to Windermererideshare 140.8 mi
2h 45m
Drive 140.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermerecar 140.8 mi
2h 45m
£35–50

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Windermere by tram and train

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Distance: 165.3 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

What companies run services between Edinburgh Airport (EDI), Scotland and Windermere, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Haymarket to Oxenholme Lake District every 4 hours. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Avanti West Coast also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal to Beech Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, La Mexxaluna, and Bus Station in around 7h 46m.

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