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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Elterwater is to bus which costs £27 - £35 and takes 8h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Elterwater is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Elterwater?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Elterwater. However, there are services departing from North Bridge and arriving at The Britannia Inn via Market Hall, Bus Station and bus interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Elterwater?

The distance between Edinburgh and Elterwater is 172 miles. The road distance is 132.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Elterwater without a car is to train and line 516 bus which takes 4h 21m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Edinburgh to Elterwater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Elterwater bus from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Elterwater bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Elterwater bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Market Hall station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Elterwater?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Elterwater is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Edinburgh to Elterwater.

Where can I stay near Elterwater?

There are 3358+ hotels available in Elterwater.

Edinburgh to Elterwater - 3 ways to travel via train, line 516 bus, bus

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

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Train, line 516 bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Britannia Innbus 516
4h 21m
£59–97
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Bridge to Market Hallbus X95
2. Take the bus from Market Hall to Bus Stationbus 553
8h 1m
£28–35
Drive 131.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Elterwatercar 131.6 mi
2h 56m
£32–46

Edinburgh to Elterwater by train and bus

14Weekly Services

4h 21mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.5 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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

You can take a bus from North Bridge to The Britannia Inn via Market Hall, Bus Station, and bus interchange in around 8h 1m.

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