What is the cheapest way to get from Keswick to Aviemore?

The cheapest way to get from Keswick to Aviemore is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 8h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Keswick to Aviemore?

The fastest way to get from Keswick to Aviemore is to drive which takes 4h 30m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Keswick and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct bus from Keswick to Aviemore station. However, there are services departing from Greta Bank and arriving at Aviemore station via Bus Station, Carlisle and Buchanan Bus Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Keswick and Aviemore?

No, there is no direct train from Keswick to Aviemore. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Aviemore via Glasgow Queen Street and Perth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Keswick to Aviemore?

The distance between Keswick and Aviemore is 283 miles. The road distance is 243.4 miles.

How do I travel from Keswick to Aviemore without a car?

The best way to get from Keswick to Aviemore without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 6h 53m and costs £95 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Keswick to Aviemore?

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Keswick to Aviemore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Keswick to Aviemore bus from?

Keswick to Aviemore bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Carlisle station.

Where do I catch the Keswick to Aviemore train from?

Keswick to Aviemore train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Train or bus from Keswick to Aviemore?

The best way to get from Keswick to Aviemore is to train via Glasgow which takes 6h 53m and costs £95 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 8h 37m.

Where does the Keswick to Aviemore bus arrive?

Keswick to Aviemore bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Where does the Keswick to Aviemore train arrive?

Keswick to Aviemore train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Keswick to Aviemore?

Yes, the driving distance between Keswick to Aviemore is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Keswick to Aviemore.

Where can I stay near Aviemore?

There are 502+ hotels available in Aviemore.

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There are 5 ways to get from Keswick to Aviemore by train, bus, or car

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain
3. Take the train from Perth to Aviemoretrain
6h 53m
£95–193
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Glasgowbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Aviemore stationbus Ember
8h 37m
£41–72
Drive 242 mi
1. Drive from Keswick to Aviemorecar 242 mi
4h 30m
£60–86
Train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Aviemoretrain Edinburgh - Inverness
7h 16m
£88–193
Train #2
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Aviemoretrain London Euston - Inverness
8h 24m
£86–136

Keswick to Aviemore by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 281.4 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

What companies run services between Keswick, Cumbria, England and Aviemore, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Greta Bank to Aviemore via Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, and Perth in around 6h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greta Bank to Aviemore station via Bus Station, Stand A - English Street, Carlisle, Glasgow, and Buchanan Bus Stn in around 8h 37m.

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