What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to YHA Ambleside?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to YHA Ambleside is to bus and line 600 bus and line 554 bus and line 555 bus which costs £27 - £35 and takes 7h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to YHA Ambleside?

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

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and YHA Ambleside?

No, there is no direct bus from Edinburgh to YHA Ambleside. However, there are services departing from North Bridge and arriving at Waterhead Inn for Pier via Market Hall, Christies Newsagents and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to YHA Ambleside?

The distance between Edinburgh and YHA Ambleside is 155 miles. The road distance is 134.6 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to YHA Ambleside without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to YHA Ambleside without a car is to train and bus and line 555 bus which takes 3h 37m and costs £45 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to YHA Ambleside?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Edinburgh to YHA Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to YHA Ambleside bus from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to YHA Ambleside bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to YHA Ambleside?

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

Where can I stay near YHA Ambleside?

There are 3341+ hotels available in YHA Ambleside.

Edinburgh to YHA Ambleside - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 555 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to YHA Ambleside 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 Waterhead Inn for Pierbus 555
3h 37m
£47–78
Bus, line 600 bus, line 554 bus, line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Bridge to Market Hallbus X95
2. Take the bus from Market Hall to Christies Newsagentsbus 600 / ...
3. Take the bus from Christies Newsagents to Bus Stationbus 554
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Waterhead Inn for Pierbus 555
7h 15m
£28–35
Drive 133.8 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to YHA Amblesidecar 133.8 mi
2h 41m
£33–47

Edinburgh to YHA Ambleside by train, bus, and foot

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3h 37mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154.5 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and YHA Ambleside, England?

You can take a bus from North Bridge to YHA Ambleside via Market Hall, Christies Newsagents, Bus Station, and Waterhead Inn for Pier in around 7h 15m.

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