How to get from Windermere to Edinburgh

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What is the best way to travel from Windermere to Edinburgh?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Edinburgh from Windermere. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
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Travel time
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Average price
Daily departures
Train
2h 22m
£23
£33
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What is the cheapest way to reach Edinburgh from Windermere?

You can reach Edinburgh with just £23 by taking a Train from Northern, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
Saturday
from £23
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Northern
    2h 33m
    0
    11:47
    Windermere
    Central Station
    14:20
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £23
  • Northern
    2h 22m
    0
    07:56
    Windermere
    Central Station
    10:18
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £27
  • Northern
    3h 26m
    0
    08:52
    Windermere
    Central Station
    12:18
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £36
  • Northern
    3h 11m
    0
    13:07
    Windermere
    Central Station
    16:18
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £39
  • Northern
    2h 58m
    0
    06:42
    Windermere
    Central Station
    09:40
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £41

What are the fastest trips from Windermere to Edinburgh?

You can get to Edinburgh from Windermere in just 2h 22m with a Train from Northern. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
Saturday
from 2h 22m
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Northern
    2h 22m
    0
    07:56
    Windermere
    Central Station
    10:18
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £27
  • Northern
    2h 33m
    0
    11:47
    Windermere
    Central Station
    14:20
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £23
  • Northern
    2h 58m
    0
    06:42
    Windermere
    Central Station
    09:40
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £41
  • Northern
    3h 11m
    0
    13:07
    Windermere
    Central Station
    16:18
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £39
  • Northern
    3h 26m
    0
    08:52
    Windermere
    Central Station
    12:18
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £36
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What are the most popular stations in Windermere and Edinburgh?

In Windermere, you will usually depart from Central Station, Bowness Pier or South Kenton Train Station, while in Edinburgh you will be arriving at Waverley Train Station, Haymarket Coach Stop or Princes Street, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Edinburgh from Windermere? With 5 connections between 1 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Windermere and Edinburgh, you can pay as low as £23 with a Train from Northern.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Northern: you will get to Edinburgh in just 2h 22m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Windermere and Edinburgh are Northern, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Windermere and Edinburgh is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Ambleside or to Broomhouse, and look at flights from Barrow/Walney Airport, and landing at Edinburgh Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Windermere to Edinburgh?

The most popular companies between Windermere and Edinburgh, are Northern. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Northern

All you need to know when you travel from Windermere to Edinburgh

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Windermere to Edinburgh. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Windermere to Edinburgh

How can I reach Edinburgh from Windermere?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Edinburgh from Windermere.

How far is Edinburgh from Windermere?

The distance between Windermere and Edinburgh is 175.8 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Windermere and Edinburgh?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 6 kgs, a car 30 kgs, and a flight 43 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Windermere to Edinburgh?

You can get to Edinburgh with just £23 by taking a Train from Northern.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Edinburgh in just 2h 22m with a Train from Northern.

More routes to Windermere and to Edinburgh

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Windermere and to Edinburgh. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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