Windermere to Edinburgh bus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Windermere to Edinburgh

Showing times and prices for 21 Mar

Cheapest price

£22

Average price

£22

Fastest journey

6 h 7 m

Average duration

6 h 19 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

176 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Windermere to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Windermere to Edinburgh will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Windermere for Edinburgh 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 19 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 7 m .

The slowest buses will take 6 h 31 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.

TransPennine Express
10:576h07
Windermere
17:04Edinburgh
£221One-way
0 changes
TransPennine Express
08:106h31
Windermere
14:41Edinburgh
£231One-way
0 changes

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Compare train and coach for Windermere to Edinburgh

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Windermere to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £19.

Distance: 176 km

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Train

£32

Average Price

Cheapest

£33

Average Price

4h 39m

Average total duration

4h 9m

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30m

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2h 50m

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2h 20m

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Live departures

Windermere to Edinburgh bus times

The table below shows live departures for Windermere to Edinburgh coaches for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 12:41
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
transpennine_express08:10 Windermere
6h31
14:41 Edinburgh0 changesdirect
transpennine_express10:57 Windermere
6h07
17:04 Edinburgh0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Windermere to Edinburgh

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Buses from Windermere to Edinburgh run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £19 by train.

The earliest coach runs at 04:30, the last at 20:41. The fastest coach covers the 176 km distance in 6h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £19
Distance
176 km
Average bus duration
4h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
£20
Buses per day
2
Fastest bus
6h 5m
First bus
04:30
Last bus
20:41
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £19

FAQs: Windermere to Edinburgh coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Windermere to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Windermere to Edinburgh can start from as little as £20 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Windermere to Edinburgh is £32; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Windermere to Edinburgh is 6h 5m to travel the 176 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Windermere to Edinburgh leaves at 4:30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Windermere to Edinburgh leaves at 20:41.
A trip to Edinburgh from Windermere is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 6h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Windermere to Edinburgh is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Windermere and Edinburgh including taking a train and coach.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Windermere to Edinburgh.
No, the coach from Windermere to Edinburgh has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Windermere to Edinburgh.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Windermere to Edinburgh.
No, luggage for the coach from Windermere to Edinburgh needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Windermere to Edinburgh.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Windermere to Edinburgh.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Windermere to Edinburgh.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Windermere to Edinburgh.

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