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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Bowness-on-Windermere
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
3 h 41 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Bowness-on-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 Bowness-on-Windermere will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh for Bowness-on-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 trains cover the 177 km distance in an average of 3 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 41 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.
11:153h41Edinburgh14:56Bowness-on-Windermere£241One-way0 changes
- 11:153h41Edinburgh14:56Bowness-on-Windermere£241One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Bowness-on-Windermere
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Bowness-on-Windermere run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £19 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 2h 48m.
Distance 177 km |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 6:42 |
Last train 20:52 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express from Edinburgh to Bowness-on-Windermere trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Bowness-on-Windermere from £19. 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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