Compare prices and tickets Edinburgh to Bowness-on-Windermere by train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Bowness-on-Windermere
Typically, there are 20 trains per day from Edinburgh to Bowness-on-Windermere, including direct trains, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:42, the last at 20:52. The fastest train covers the 177 km distance in 3h 41m.
Distance 177 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Lowest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 3h 41m |
First train 6:42 |
Last train 20:52 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Transpennine Express from Edinburgh to Bowness-on-Windermere trainsTranspennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Bowness-on-Windermere from £24. 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 Bowness-on-Windermere train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Bowness-on-Windermere 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 Bowness-on-Windermere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Bowness-on-Windermere
Most Edinburgh to Bowness-on-Windermere trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Windermere station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Bowness-on-Windermere 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.
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