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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Rydal is to bus which costs £27 - £35 and takes 6h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Rydal is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Rydal?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Rydal. However, there are services departing from North Bridge and arriving at Church for Rydal Mount via Market Hall, Christies Newsagents and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Rydal?

The distance between Edinburgh and Rydal is 153 miles. The road distance is 134.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Rydal without a car is to train and bus and line 555 bus which takes 3h 19m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Edinburgh to Rydal, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Rydal bus from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Rydal bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Rydal?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Rydal is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Edinburgh to Rydal.

Where can I stay near Rydal?

There are 3358+ hotels available in Rydal.

Edinburgh to Rydal - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 555 bus, and car

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

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Train, bus, line 555 bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penrith North Lakestrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X5 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Church for Rydal Mountbus 555
3h 19m
£47–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Bridge to Market Hallbus X95
6h 58m
£28–35
Drive 134 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Rydalcar 134 mi
2h 41m
£33–47

Edinburgh to Rydal by train and bus

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3h 19mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

Borders Buses operates a bus from North Bridge to Market Hall twice a week. Tickets cost £18–26 and the journey takes 3h 27m.

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