The cheapest and fastest coaches from Edinburgh to Windermere
Cheapest price
£52
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
5 h 32 m
Average duration
5 h 32 m
Buses per day
1
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 £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £52.
Of the 1 buses that leave Edinburgh for Windermere every day 1 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 5 h 32 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 32 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 32 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.
8:255h32Edinburgh13:57Windermere£521One-way0 changes
8:255h32Edinburgh13:57Windermere£521One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach 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 £14. 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 £14, and a coach costs an average of £23.
Distance: 176 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£51 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 33m Average total duration 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Windermere bus times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Windermere coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 28 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:25 Edinburgh | 5h32 | 13:57 Windermere | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Windermere by coach or train
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Windermere
Buses from Edinburgh to Windermere run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £23 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 24m.
Distance 176 km |
Average bus duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 24m |
First bus 4:30 |
Last bus 20:41 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
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Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: Borders Buses from Edinburgh to WindermereYou can travel by bus between Edinburgh to Windermere with Borders Buses for as low as £14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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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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