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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Lakes is to bus which costs £27 - £35 and takes 8h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Lakes is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Lakes?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Lakes. However, there are services departing from North Bridge and arriving at Foulstep crossroads via Temp Stand M, Bus Station and Waterhead Inn for Pier. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Lakes?

The distance between Edinburgh and Lakes is 173 miles. The road distance is 136.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Lakes without a car is to train and line 516 bus which takes 5h 3m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Edinburgh to Lakes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Lakes bus from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Lakes bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Lakes?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Lakes is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Edinburgh to Lakes.

Where can I stay near Lakes?

There are 3327+ hotels available in Lakes.

Edinburgh to Lakes - 3 ways to travel via train, line 516 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Lakes 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 Rail Interchange to Foulstep crossroadsbus 516
5h 3m
£51–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Bridge to Market Hallbus X95
2. Take the bus from Temp Stand M to Bus Stationbus 553
8h 24m
£28–35
Drive 135.7 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Lakescar 135.7 mi
2h 44m
£34–49

Edinburgh to Lakes by train, bus, and foot

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5h 3mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 171.6 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

You can take a bus from North Bridge to Lakes via Market Hall, Temp Stand M, Bus Station, Waterhead Inn for Pier, and Foulstep crossroads in around 8h 24m.

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