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How to get fromEdinburgh to Bassenthwaite Lakeby train, bus, or car

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

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  1. Train, bus via Penrith

    best
    1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penrith North Lakestrain train Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
    2. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Brathay Hill Junctionbus bus X5 / ...
    3h 9m
    £38–66

  2. Drive  115.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Edinburgh to Bassenthwaite Lakecar car 115.5 mi
    2h 24m
    £29–41

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisletrain train
    2. Take the train from Carlisle to Workingtontrain train
    3. Take the bus from Bus Station to turnbus bus X5 / ...
    3h 41m
    £36–76

Edinburgh to Bassenthwaite Lake by train and bus

Calendar82Weekly Services
Duration3h 9mAverage Duration
Ticket£38Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 144.2 mi
  • Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Bassenthwaite Lake, England?

There is no direct connection from Edinburgh to Bassenthwaite Lake. However, you can take the train to Penrith North Lakes, walk to Penrith Rail Station, then take the bus to Brathay Hill Junction. Alternatively, you can drive from Edinburgh to Bassenthwaite Lake in around 2h 24m.

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