What is the cheapest way to get from Alston to Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from Alston to Windermere is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Alston to Windermere?

The fastest way to get from Alston to Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Alston and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Alston to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Hendersons Garage and arriving at St Mary's Church via Market Hall, Christies Newsagents and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Alston to Windermere?

The distance between Alston and Windermere is 62 miles. The road distance is 46.5 miles.

How do I travel from Alston to Windermere without a car?

The best way to get from Alston to Windermere without a car is to taxi and train which takes 1h 52m and costs £60 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Alston to Windermere?

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Alston to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Alston to Windermere bus from?

Alston to Windermere bus services, operated by Telfords Coaches, depart from Hendersons Garage station.

Where does the Alston to Windermere bus arrive?

Alston to Windermere bus services, operated by Telfords Coaches, arrive at Market Hall station.

Can I drive from Alston to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Alston to Windermere is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Alston to Windermere.

Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3231+ hotels available in Windermere.

Alston to Windermere - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Alston to Windermere by taxi, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Alston to Penrith North Lakestaxi
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
3. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Windermeretrain
1h 52m
£61–126
Drive 46.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Alston to Windermerecar 46.3 mi
1h 2m
£12–17
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Hendersons Garage to The Courtsbus 680A
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 59m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Alston to Windermeretaxi 46.3 mi
1h 2m
£95–120
Bus, line 554 bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Hendersons Garage to Market Hallbus
2. Take the bus from Christies Newsagents to Bus Stationbus 554
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Mary's Churchbus 555
4h 42m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Alston to Windermere.

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Distance: 61.9 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Alston, Cumbria, England and Windermere, England?

You can take a bus from Hendersons Garage to St Mary's Church via Market Hall, Christies Newsagents, and Bus Station in around 4h 42m.

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