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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Keswick?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Keswick 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 Keswick?

The distance between Edinburgh and Keswick is 137 miles. The road distance is 120.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Keswick 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 Keswick?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Keswick bus from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Keswick bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Keswick?

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

Where can I stay near Keswick?

There are 2552+ hotels available in Keswick.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Keswick 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 Keswick by train and bus

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2h 29mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 136.3 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Keswick, Cumbria, 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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