What is the cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Malham?

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Malham is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Malham?

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Malham is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Malham?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Malham. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Settle via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Malham?

The distance between Edinburgh and Malham is 179 miles. The road distance is 170.2 miles.

How do I travel from Edinburgh to Malham without a car?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Malham without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £80 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Edinburgh to Malham?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Edinburgh to Malham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Malham train from?

Edinburgh to Malham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Malham train arrive?

Edinburgh to Malham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Malham?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Malham is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Edinburgh to Malham.

Where can I stay near Malham?

There are 1419+ hotels available in Malham.

Edinburgh to Malham - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Edinburgh to Malham by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisletrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Settletrain Carlisle - Nottingham / ...
4h 2m
£81–143
Drive 169.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Malhamcar 169.2 mi
3h 22m
£42–61
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leedstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Square to The Buck Innbus 864
7h 3m
£82–155

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Distance: 178.4 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Malham, England?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Malham via Carlisle and Settle in around 4h 2m.

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