What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Saint Bees?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Saint Bees is to bus which costs £25 - £35 and takes 8h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Saint Bees?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Saint Bees is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Saint Bees?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to Saint Bees. However, there are services departing from North Bridge and arriving at Garlieston Court via Market Hall and Main Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Saint Bees?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Saint Bees. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at St Bees via Lancaster and Barrow-in-Furness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Saint Bees?

The distance between Edinburgh and Saint Bees is 149 miles. The road distance is 135.2 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Saint Bees without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Saint Bees without a car is to train and line 30 bus which takes 5h 40m and costs £45 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Saint Bees?

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Edinburgh to Saint Bees, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Saint Bees bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Saint Bees train from?

Edinburgh to Saint Bees train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Saint Bees?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Saint Bees is to bus which takes 8h 12m and costs £25 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £85 - £160 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Saint Bees bus arrive?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Saint Bees train arrive?

Edinburgh to Saint Bees train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Saint Bees?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Saint Bees is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Edinburgh to Saint Bees.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Saint Bees?

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Where can I stay near Saint Bees?

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Edinburgh to Saint Bees - 4 ways to travel via train, line 30 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Saint Bees by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 30 bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Maryporttrain
3. Take the bus from Trinity Baptist church to Garlieston Courtbus 30
5h 40m
£46–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Bridge to Market Hallbus X95
2. Take the bus from Market Hall to Main Streetbus 600
8h 12m
£26–35
Drive 134.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Saint Beescar 134.4 mi
2h 48m
£33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Lancastertrain
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furnesstrain
3. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to St Beestrain
5h 49m
£88–152

Edinburgh to Saint Bees by train and bus

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5h 40mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 147.7 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Saint Bees, England?

You can take a bus from North Bridge to St Bees via Market Hall, Main Street, Garlieston Court, and Corkickle in around 8h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to St Bees via Lancaster and Barrow-in-Furness in around 5h 49m.

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