What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Malham Cove?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Malham Cove is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Malham Cove?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Malham Cove is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Malham Cove?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Malham Cove. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Settle via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Malham Cove?

The distance between Edinburgh and Malham Cove is 180 miles. The road distance is 170.4 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Malham Cove without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Malham Cove without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £90 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Malham Cove?

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Edinburgh to Malham Cove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Malham Cove train from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Malham Cove train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Malham Cove?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Malham Cove is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Edinburgh to Malham Cove.

Where can I stay near Malham Cove?

There are 1428+ hotels available in Malham Cove.

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

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

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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 Settletrain Carlisle - Nottingham / ...
4h 3m
£94–160
Drive 169.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Malham Covecar 169.4 mi
3h 21m
£42–61
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leedstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Square to The Buck Innbus 864
7h 16m
£127–176

Edinburgh to Malham Cove by train, bus, and foot

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7h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 179.4 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Malham Cove, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Malham Cove via Carlisle and Settle in around 4h 3m.

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