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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Ambleside
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
2 h 48 m
Average duration
3 h 23 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Ambleside is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Ambleside will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 3 trains that leave Edinburgh for Ambleside every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 170 km distance in an average of 3 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 41 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.
10:153h41Edinburgh13:56Ambleside£181One-way0 changes- 7:522h48Edinburgh10:40Ambleside£191One-way0 changes
- 11:153h41Edinburgh14:56Ambleside£211One-way0 changes
- 7:522h48Edinburgh10:40Ambleside£191One-way0 changes
- 11:153h41Edinburgh14:56Ambleside£211One-way0 changes
- 10:153h41Edinburgh13:56Ambleside£181One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Edinburgh to Ambleside
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Ambleside among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 170 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£26 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Ambleside train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Ambleside trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 7:52 Edinburgh | 2h48 | 10:40 Ambleside | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:15 Edinburgh | 3h41 | 13:56 Ambleside | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:15 Edinburgh | 3h41 | 14:56 Ambleside | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Ambleside by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Edinburgh to Ambleside.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Ambleside
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Ambleside run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:12, the last at 20:52. The fastest train covers the 170 km distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 170 km |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 6:12 |
Last train 20:52 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast from Edinburgh to Ambleside trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Edinburgh and Ambleside from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Edinburgh to Ambleside train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Ambleside 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 Ambleside, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Ambleside
Most Edinburgh to Ambleside trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Windermere station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Ambleside train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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