What is the cheapest way to get from Ullswater to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Ullswater to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £27 - £40 and takes 6h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ullswater to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Ullswater to Edinburgh is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Ullswater and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Ullswater to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Aira Force and arriving at South Bridge via Bus Station, Club Britannia and Mart Street Bus Stance. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Ullswater to Edinburgh?

The distance between Ullswater and Edinburgh is 132 miles. The road distance is 119.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ullswater to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Ullswater to Edinburgh without a car is to line 508 bus and train which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Ullswater to Edinburgh?

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Ullswater to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ullswater to Edinburgh bus from?

Ullswater to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Club Britannia station.

Where does the Ullswater to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Ullswater to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Mart Street Bus Stance station.

Can I drive from Ullswater to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Ullswater to Edinburgh is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Ullswater to Edinburgh.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 3004+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Ullswater to Edinburgh - 3 ways to travel via train, line 508 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ullswater to Edinburgh by bus, train, or car

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Line 508 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Aira Force to Rail Stationbus 508 / ...
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
3h 14m
£43–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Club Britannia to Mart Street Bus Stancebus X95
2. Take the bus from Mart Street Bus Stance to South Bridgebus X95
6h 42m
£27–37
Drive 119 mi
1. Drive from Cumbria to Edinburghcar 119 mi
2h 22m
£29–42

Ullswater to Edinburgh by bus and train

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3h 14mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 130.8 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Ullswater, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Aira Force to South Bridge via Bus Station, Bus Station, Club Britannia, and Mart Street Bus Stance in around 6h 42m.

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