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How to get fromEdinburgh to Honister Slate Mineby train, taxi, car, or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Honister Slate Mine by train, taxi, car, or bus

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  1. Train, taxi

    best
    1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penrith North Lakestrain train Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
    2. Take the taxi from Penrith North Lakes to Honister Slate Minetaxi taxi
    2h 11m
    £97–142

  2. Drive 128.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Edinburgh to Honister Slate Minecar car 128.5 mi
    2h 50m
    £32–46

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penrith North Lakestrain train
    2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus bus X5 / ...
    3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Youth Hostelbus bus 77 / ...
    3h 37m
    £47–79

Edinburgh to Honister Slate Mine by train, bus, and foot

Calendar81Weekly Services
Duration3h 37mAverage Duration
Ticket£47Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 144.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Honister Slate Mine, England?

There is no direct connection from Edinburgh to Honister Slate Mine. However, you can take the train to Penrith North Lakes then take the taxi to Honister Slate Mine. Alternatively, you can drive from Edinburgh to Honister Slate Mine in around 2h 50m.

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