How to travel from Edinburgh to Windermere

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Compare bus and train for Edinburgh to Windermere

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Windermere among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $19.

Distance: 109 miles (176 km)

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$44

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$95

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 20m

Average total duration

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2h 50m

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3h 14m

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The cheapest way to travel from Edinburgh to Windermere is a bus with an average price of $31.

This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Windermere:

A bus is $6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Windermere costing on average $37.

The fastest way to travel from Edinburgh to Windermere is by train with an average journey time of 2h 50m.

Other travel options to Windermere take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Edinburgh and Windermere including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Edinburgh to Windermere among Omio's users.

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from Edinburgh to Windermere

How to get from Edinburgh to Windermere by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Edinburgh to Windermere is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Avanti West CoastW34124+Transpennine ExpressW84915+Northern RailG85394
    12:52 PM3h04
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    3:56 PMWindermere station (WDM)
    $601One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Avanti West CoastW34124+Transpennine ExpressW84915+Northern RailG85394
    12:52 PM3h04
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    3:56 PMWindermere station (WDM)
    $601One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Transpennine ExpressW84928+Northern RailG85424
    6:12 PM2h25
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    8:37 PMWindermere station (WDM)
    $851One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Avanti West CoastW00587+Transpennine ExpressW84922+Northern RailG85404
    2:52 PM3h09
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    6:01 PMWindermere station (WDM)
    $601One-way
    2 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressW84877+Northern RailG85447
    8:12 PM2h29
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    10:41 PMWindermere station (WDM)
    $761One-way
    1 transfer
  • Transpennine ExpressW84901+Northern RailG89062
    8:12 AM2h29
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    10:41 AMWindermere station (WDM)
    $851One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Edinburgh to Windermere

Travel to Windermere easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Edinburgh to Windermere.

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There are 2 options to travel between Edinburgh and Windermere including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Edinburgh to Windermere is a bus with an average price of $31.

This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Windermere:

A bus is $6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Windermere costing on average $37.

The fastest way to travel from Edinburgh to Windermere is by train with an average journey time of 2h 50m.

Other travel options to Windermere take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 19m.

The distance from Edinburgh to Windermere is approximately 109 miles (176 km).
The average frequency per day from Edinburgh to Windermere is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Edinburgh and Windermere as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Edinburgh to Windermere:
  • Trains mostly depart from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) and arrive in Windermere station (WDM).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Edinburgh to Windermere, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express to go to Windermere by train.
  • Travel with Borders Buses to go to Windermere by bus.
Omio customers who travel from Edinburgh to Windermere often also extend their vacation to go to London, Manchester, Glasgow, Liverpool, Stratford. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Windermere and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Windermere to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Windermere, visitors can explore Brockhole on Windermere for family-friendly activities, Wray Castle for a taste of mock-Gothic architecture, and the Windermere Jetty Museum for insights into the history of boats. The Claife Viewing Station offers stunning lake views, while Fell Foot Park is ideal for picnics. Notable sights include Lake Windermere, The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, Orrest Head for panoramic views, Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House for its architecture, and the Holehird Gardens with its diverse plant collections.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Windermere is ideal to explore its stunning landscapes, enjoy lake activities, and visit local attractions like the Lake District National Park and surrounding villages.
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