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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Windermere to Edinburgh
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€26
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€70
Fastest journey on Sep 18
2 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
2 h 32 m
Trains on Sep 18
12
Distance
176 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Windermere to Edinburgh is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Windermere to Edinburgh will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
It's difficult to get from Windermere to Edinburgh without transferring at least once.
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W852108:41 PM3h00Windermere station (WDM)11:41 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€261One-way1 transfer- G89875+W852086:55 PM2h43Windermere station (WDM)9:38 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€411One-way1 transfer
W34289+W85197+G853995:07 PM3h17Windermere station (WDM)8:24 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€461One-way2 transfers- G85354+W851688:52 AM2h45Windermere station (WDM)11:37 AMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€511One-way1 transfer
- G85399+W852015:07 PM2h33Windermere station (WDM)7:40 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€561One-way1 transfer
- W34144+G898699:55 AM2h25Windermere station (WDM)12:20 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1091One-way1 transfer
- W33941+G8537011:47 AM2h32Windermere station (WDM)2:19 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1091One-way1 transfer
- G85399+W852015:07 PM2h33Windermere station (WDM)7:40 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€561One-way1 transfer
- W34291+G854197:48 PM2h33Windermere station (WDM)10:21 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€1091One-way1 transfer
- W85177+G8536110:57 AM2h35Windermere station (WDM)1:32 PMEdinburgh Waverley (EDB)€611One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train for Windermere to Edinburgh
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Windermere to Edinburgh among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 22m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €29, while a train costs an average of €29.
Distance: 176 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€29 Average price Cheapest | €77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Edinburgh take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 59m.
Live departures
Windermere to Edinburgh train times
The table below shows live departures for Windermere to Edinburgh trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:55 PM Windermere | 2h43 | 8:38 PM Edinburgh | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| G85354+W85168 | 8:52 AM Windermere station (WDM) | 2h45 | 11:37 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G89869+W34144 | 9:55 AM Windermere station (WDM) | 2h25 | 12:20 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G85361+W85177 | 10:57 AM Windermere station (WDM) | 2h35 | 1:32 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G85370+W33941 | 11:47 AM Windermere station (WDM) | 2h32 | 2:19 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G89871+W85191 | 1:07 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 4h33 | 5:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G89871+W85185+W34286 | 1:07 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 3h11 | 4:18 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
| G85389+W85191 | 3:00 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 2h40 | 5:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G85399+W85201 | 5:07 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 2h33 | 7:40 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1 transfer | |
| G85399+W85197+W34289 | 5:07 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 3h17 | 8:24 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Windermere to Edinburgh
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Windermere to Edinburgh run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €22 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:30, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 176 km distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 176 km |
Average train duration 2h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price €22 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 4:30 AM |
Last train 9:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Windermere to Edinburgh trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Windermere and Edinburgh from €22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Windermere to Edinburgh
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Windermere to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Windermere to Edinburgh
Most Windermere to Edinburgh trains use the Windermere to Edinburgh Waverley station pair, with some services arriving at Haymarket. Use this guide to compare Windermere and Edinburgh train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Windermere station do trains to Edinburgh leave from?
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.
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.
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