What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Thornton-le-Dale?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Thornton-le-Dale is to bus which costs £26 - £40 and takes 8h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Thornton-le-Dale?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Thornton-le-Dale is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Thornton-le-Dale?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh station to Thornton-le-Dale. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station and arriving at Thornton Cross via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Thornton-le-Dale?

The distance between Edinburgh and Thornton-le-Dale is 237 miles. The road distance is 181.9 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Thornton-le-Dale without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Thornton-le-Dale without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 52m and costs £70 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Thornton-le-Dale?

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Edinburgh to Thornton-le-Dale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Thornton-le-Dale bus from?

Edinburgh to Thornton-le-Dale bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Thornton-le-Dale bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Thornton-le-Dale bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Thornton-le-Dale?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Thornton-le-Dale is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Edinburgh to Thornton-le-Dale.

Where can I stay near Thornton-le-Dale?

There are 1732+ hotels available in Thornton-le-Dale.

Edinburgh to Thornton-le-Dale - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Thornton-le-Dale by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Yorktrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Thornton Crossbus 840
4h 52m
£71–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Thornton Crossbus 840
8h 25m
£27–38
Drive 180.9 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Thornton-le-Dalecar 180.9 mi
3h 53m
£45–65

Edinburgh to Thornton-le-Dale by train and bus

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4h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 236 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Thornton-le-Dale, England?

You can take a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Thornton Cross via Leeds City Bus Station in around 8h 25m.

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