Edinburgh to Windermere bus

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Edinburgh to Windermere

Showing times and prices for Apr 15

Cheapest price

€69

Average price

€69

Fastest journey

5 h 32 m

Average duration

5 h 33 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

176 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Edinburgh to Windermere is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Edinburgh to Windermere will cost around €69 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €69.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Edinburgh to Windermere without transferring at least 3 times.

  • Transpennine ExpressTP287700 · TP288500 · N23529+Northern RailL08391
    11:25 AM5h34
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    4:59 PMWindermere station (WDM)
    €691One-way
    3 transfers
  • Transpennine ExpressTP287800 · TP288600 · N23531+Northern RailL11119
    9:25 AM5h32
    Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
    2:57 PMWindermere station (WDM)
    €691One-way
    3 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Edinburgh to Windermere

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Windermere among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a train costs an average of €15.

Distance: 176 km

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Most popular
Train

€27

Average price

Cheapest

€32

Average price

3h 55m

Average total duration

3h 25m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 14m

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30m

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Live departures

Edinburgh to Windermere bus times

The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Windermere buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, April 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
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transpennine_expressTP287800 · TP288600 · N23531+northern_railL111198:25 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
5h32
1:57 PM Windermere station (WDM)3 transfers
transpennine_expressTP287700 · TP288500 · N23529+northern_railL0839110:25 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
5h34
3:59 PM Windermere station (WDM)3 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Edinburgh to Windermere

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Buses from Edinburgh to Windermere run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €23 but you can travel from only €15 by train.

The earliest bus runs at 04:30, the last at 20:41. The fastest bus covers the 176 km distance in 5h 33m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €15
Distance
176 km
Average bus duration
3h 25m
Cheapest ticket price
€23
Buses per day
4
Fastest bus
5h 33m
First bus
4:30 AM
Last bus
8:41 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sep
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Wed
Least Busy Day
Sat
Best time to book
28 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from €15

FAQs: Bus from Edinburgh to Windermere

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Windermere by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Windermere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Edinburgh to Windermere can start from as little as €23 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Edinburgh to Windermere is €27; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Edinburgh to Windermere is 5h 33m to travel the 176 km long trip. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Edinburgh to Windermere leaves at 4:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Edinburgh to Windermere leaves at 8:41 PM.
A trip to Windermere from Edinburgh is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 5h 33m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Edinburgh to Windermere is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Edinburgh and Windermere including taking a bus and train.
No, the coach from Edinburgh to Windermere has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Edinburgh to Windermere.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Edinburgh to Windermere.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Edinburgh to Windermere.
No, luggage for the coach from Edinburgh to Windermere needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Edinburgh to Windermere.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Edinburgh to Windermere.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Edinburgh to Windermere.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Edinburgh to Windermere.

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