What is the cheapest way to get from Grasmere (lake) to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Grasmere (lake) to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £27 - £35 and takes 7h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grasmere (lake) to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Grasmere (lake) to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Grasmere (lake) and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Grasmere (lake) to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Heaton Cooper Studio and arriving at South Bridge via Bus Station, Throstles Nest and Stand K Carlisle Market Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

How far is it from Grasmere (lake) to Edinburgh?

The distance between Grasmere (lake) and Edinburgh is 151 miles. The road distance is 130.8 miles.

How do I travel from Grasmere (lake) to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Grasmere (lake) to Edinburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 3m and costs £40 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Grasmere (lake) to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Grasmere (lake) to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grasmere (lake) to Edinburgh bus from?

Grasmere (lake) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall station.

Where does the Grasmere (lake) to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Grasmere (lake) to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at South Bridge station.

Can I drive from Grasmere (lake) to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Grasmere (lake) to Edinburgh is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Grasmere (lake) to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2811+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Grasmere (lake) to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Grasmere (lake) to Edinburgh by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rail Stationbus X4 / ...
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h 3m
£41–71
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall to South Bridgebus X95
7h 22m
£27–35
Drive 130 mi
1. Drive from Grasmere to Edinburghcar 130 mi
2h 49m
£33–47
Line 599 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Heaton Cooper Studio to Bus Rail Interchangebus 599 / ...
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 39m
£46–90

Grasmere (lake) to Edinburgh by bus and train

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Distance: 149.6 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Grasmere (lake), England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Borders Buses operates a bus from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall to South Bridge 4 times a day. Tickets cost £18–26 and the journey takes 3h 36m.

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