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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Dufton is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Dufton is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Dufton?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Dufton. However, there are services departing from North Bridge and arriving at Center Parcs Whinfell Forest via La Mexxaluna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Dufton?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Dufton. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Appleby via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Dufton?

The distance between Edinburgh and Dufton is 136 miles. The road distance is 125.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dufton without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Edinburgh to Dufton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Dufton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Dufton train from?

Edinburgh to Dufton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Dufton?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Dufton is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £70 - £95 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Dufton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Dufton train arrive?

Edinburgh to Dufton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Dufton?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Dufton is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Edinburgh to Dufton.

Where can I stay near Dufton?

There are 860+ hotels available in Dufton.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisletrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Applebytrain Carlisle - Nottingham / ...
3h 1m
£64–107
Drive 124.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Duftoncar 124.8 mi
2h 26m
£31–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from North Bridge to Halston Hotelbus X95
2. Take the bus from La Mexxaluna to Center Parcs Whinfell Forestbus 104
5h 41m
£72–94

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Distance: 134.7 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Dufton, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Dufton via Carlisle and Appleby in around 3h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Bridge to Dufton via Halston Hotel, La Mexxaluna, and Center Parcs Whinfell Forest in around 5h 41m.

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