The average train between Harlech and Windermere takes 9h 6m and the fastest train takes 6h 20m. The train service runs several times per day from Harlech 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 5 times a day between Harlech and Windermere. The earliest departure is at 7:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Harlech is at 9:28 PM which arrives into Windermere at 11:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Machynlleth and take an average of 9h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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No, there is no direct train from Harlech to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Harlech station and arriving at Windermere station via Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.
Harlech to Windermere train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Harlech station.
Harlech to Windermere train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.
Book your Harlech to Windermere train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Harlech and Windermere is 186.7 km. The road distance is 369 km.
You can take a train from Harlech to Windermere via Machynlleth, Shrewsbury, Crewe, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 8h 11m.