What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Derwent Water?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Derwent Water is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 5h.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Derwent Water?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Derwent Water is to train and bus which takes 2h 29m and costs £40 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Derwent Water?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Derwent Water station. However, there are services departing from North Bridge and arriving at Bus Station via Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Derwent Water?

The distance between Edinburgh and Derwent Water is 137 miles. The road distance is 120.4 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Derwent Water without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Derwent Water without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 29m and costs £40 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Derwent Water?

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Edinburgh to Derwent Water, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Derwent Water bus from?

Edinburgh to Derwent Water bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from North Bridge station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Derwent Water bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Derwent Water bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Halston Hotel station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Derwent Water?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Derwent Water is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Edinburgh to Derwent Water.

Where can I stay near Derwent Water?

There are 1750+ hotels available in Derwent Water.

Edinburgh to Derwent Water - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Derwent Water by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penrith North Lakestrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X5 / ...
2h 29m
£44–74
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Bridge to Halston Hotelbus X95
5h
£27–41
Drive 119.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Keswickcar 119.7 mi
2h 34m
£30–43

Edinburgh to Derwent Water by train and bus

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2h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 136.3 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Derwent Water, England?

Borders Buses operates a bus from North Bridge to Halston Hotel once a week. Tickets cost £19–26 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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