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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Windermere
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
6 h 26 m
Average duration
6 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
176 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Edinburgh to Windermere is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Windermere will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £27.
Of the 2 buses that leave Edinburgh for Windermere every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 176 km distance in an average of 6 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 26 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 34 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 train and coach 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 coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 176 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£25 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price |
3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Windermere
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Buses from Edinburgh to Windermere run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £14 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 04:30, the last at 20:41. The fastest coach covers the 176 km distance in 5h 33m.
Distance 176 km |
Average bus duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 33m |
First bus 04:30 |
Last bus 20:41 |
FAQs: Edinburgh to Windermere coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Windermere by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Windermere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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