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G8544720:122h29Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)22:41Windermere station (WDM)£341One-way1 change- W84928+G8542418:122h25Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)20:37Windermere station (WDM)£371One-way1 change
W00587+W84922+G8540414:523h09Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:01Windermere station (WDM)£421One-way2 changes- W34124+W84915+G8539412:523h04Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)15:56Windermere station (WDM)£421One-way2 changes
- W34060+W84908+G8907110:523h02Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)13:54Windermere station (WDM)£421One-way2 changes
- W84928+G8542418:122h25Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)20:37Windermere station (WDM)£371One-way1 change
- W84901+G890628:122h29Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)10:41Windermere station (WDM)£551One-way1 change
- W84877+G8544720:122h29Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)22:41Windermere station (WDM)£341One-way1 change
- W84896+G853516:122h36Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)8:48Windermere station (WDM)£551One-way1 change
- W84923+G8541416:112h38Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)18:49Windermere station (WDM)£551One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Edinburgh to Windermere
The cheapest option from Edinburgh to Windermere is train, with an average price of £32. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Windermere among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 176 km
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Live departures
Edinburgh to Windermere train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Windermere trains for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W84912+G85384 | On time 12:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h44 | 14:56 Windermere station (WDM) | 1 change | |
| W34124+G85394+W84915 | On time 12:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h04 | 15:56 Windermere station (WDM) | 2 changes | |
| W84918+G89067 | On time 14:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h41 | 16:53 Windermere station (WDM) | 1 change | |
| W00587+W84922+G85404 | On time 14:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h09 | 18:01 Windermere station (WDM) | 2 changes | |
| W84923+G85414 | On time 16:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h38 | 18:49 Windermere station (WDM) | 1 change | |
| W34268+G89069 | On time 16:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h49 | 19:41 Windermere station (WDM) | 1 change | |
| W84928+G85424 | On time 18:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h25 | 20:37 Windermere station (WDM) | 1 change | |
| W33861+G85435 | On time 18:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h47 | 21:39 Windermere station (WDM) | 1 change | |
| W84877+G85447 | On time 20:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h29 | 22:41 Windermere station (WDM) | 1 change | |
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| W84896+G85351 | 6:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h36 | 8:48 Windermere station (WDM) | 1 change | |
| W34265+W84899+G85357 | 6:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h59 | 9:51 Windermere station (WDM) | 2 changes | |
| W84901+G89062 | 8:12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h29 | 10:41 Windermere station (WDM) | 1 change | |
| W33933+G85365 | 8:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h48 | 11:40 Windermere station (WDM) | 1 change | |
| W84907+G85374 | 10:11 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2h47 | 12:58 Windermere station (WDM) | 1 change | |
| W34060+W84908+G89071 | 10:52 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 3h02 | 13:54 Windermere station (WDM) | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Windermere
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Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Edinburgh to Windermere, including direct trains, taking around 2h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 20:47. The fastest train covers the 176 km distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 176 km |
Average train duration 2h 50m |
Lowest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 4:30 |
Last train 20:47 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Edinburgh to Windermere trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Edinburgh and Windermere from £14. 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 Windermere train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to 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 Windermere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Edinburgh and Windermere
Most Edinburgh to Windermere trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Windermere station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and 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.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, 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, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Gateway from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Gateway is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Gateway train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Gateway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Gateway.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Edinburgh Gateway. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Gateway: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Gateway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 4, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Windermere station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Windermere from Windermere city centre
Windermere train station facilities and services
Windermere has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Windermere.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Windermere.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Windermere: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Windermere: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Windermere: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: On Station Forecourt, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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