Edinburgh to Windermere by train
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Overview: trains from Edinburgh to Windermere
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Edinburgh to Windermere train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Edinburgh to Windermere by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Edinburgh to Windermere take around 2 hours and 23 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 176 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Edinburgh is scheduled to depart at around 06:12. The last departure is usually at around 23:30 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Edinburgh at around 00:30, with the last train leaving at around 23:30. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 24 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 12 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$21.50.
We think any time is a great time to visit Windermere, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Windermere.
Is there a direct train from Edinburgh to Windermere?
The journey between Edinburgh and Windermere usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Edinburgh to Windermere every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Edinburgh to Windermere?
The Edinburgh to Windermere train travel takes about 2 hours and 23 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Edinburgh to Windermere train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Windermere leaving Edinburgh at around 06:12 and the last train leaving at around 23:30 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Edinburgh at around 00:30, with the final departure at 23:30.
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