What is the cheapest way to get from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 7h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle?

The fastest way to get from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Windermere and Edinburgh Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle. However, there are services departing from Barclays Bank and arriving at Princes Street via Bus Station, Halston Hotel and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Windermere and Edinburgh Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle?

The distance between Windermere and Edinburgh Castle is 162 miles. The road distance is 137.2 miles.

How do I travel from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £50 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Edinburgh Castle bus from?

Windermere to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Barclays Bank station.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Edinburgh Castle train from?

Windermere to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Train or bus from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle?

The best way to get from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Windermere to Edinburgh Castle bus arrive?

Windermere to Edinburgh Castle bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Windermere to Edinburgh Castle train arrive?

Windermere to Edinburgh Castle train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Edinburgh Castle is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle.

How do I get a train ticket from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle?

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Windermere to Edinburgh Castle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Windermere to Edinburgh Castle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
3h 27m
£54–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Barclays Bank to Bus Stationbus 508
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus
7h 12m
£24–41
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Barclays Bank to Rail Stationbus 508
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h 32m
£43–78
Drive 136.4 mi
1. Drive from Windermere to Edinburgh Castlecar 136.4 mi
2h 45m
£34–49

Windermere to Edinburgh Castle by train and foot

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3h 27mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 161.1 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Windermere, England and Edinburgh Castle, Scotland?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Oxenholme Lake District to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 2h 2m. Avanti West Coast also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Barclays Bank to Edinburgh Castle via Bus Station, STAND A - English Street, Halston Hotel, Buchanan Bus Station, and Princes Street in around 7h 12m.

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