The average train between Cheltenham and Windermere takes 4h 53m and the fastest train takes 3h 36m. The train service runs several times per day from Cheltenham to Windermere. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Cheltenham and Windermere. The earliest departure is at 7:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Windermere at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cheltenham to Windermere? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Windermere station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.
Cheltenham to Windermere train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Windermere train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.
Book your Cheltenham to Windermere train tickets online with Cross Country, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Cheltenham and Windermere is 281.2 km. The road distance is 319 km.
You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Windermere via Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District in around 4h 58m.