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

The cheapest way to get from Ullswater to Edinburgh is to bus via Glasgow which costs £24 - £40 and takes 5h 51m.

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 Princes Street via Bus Station, Halston Hotel and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

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 21m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m 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 FlixBus, depart from Halston Hotel station.

Where does the Ullswater to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Ullswater to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus 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 2800+ hotels available in Edinburgh.

Ullswater to Edinburgh - 4 ways to travel via train, line 508 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 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 21m
£38–68
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
5h 51m
£24–39
Drive 119 mi
1. Drive from Cumbria to Edinburghcar 119 mi
2h 22m
£30–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Club Britannia to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X95
2. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X62 / ...
7h 2m
£29–39

Ullswater to Edinburgh by bus and train

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3h 21mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 130.8 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Aira Force to Princes Street via Bus Station, Stand A - English Street, Halston Hotel, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 51m.

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