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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ambleside to Edinburgh
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
3 h 57 m
Average duration
3 h 57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ambleside to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ambleside to Edinburgh will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ambleside for Edinburgh on Sat, Nov 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct trains cover the 170 km distance in an average of 3 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 57 m .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 57 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Ambleside to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ambleside to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 105 miles (170 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€37 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ambleside to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Ambleside to Edinburgh trains for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:01 AM Ambleside | 4h05 | 11:06 AM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:07 PM Ambleside | 4h33 | 4:40 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ambleside to Edinburgh
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Trains from Ambleside to Edinburgh run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 20:51. The fastest train covers the 105 miles (170 km) distance in 2h 17m.
Distance 105 miles (170 km) |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 2h 17m |
First train 06:12 |
Last train 20:51 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express from Ambleside to Edinburgh trainsAvanti West Coast, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Ambleside and Edinburgh from $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Ambleside to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ambleside to Edinburgh by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ambleside to Edinburgh
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
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