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

The cheapest way to get from Altrincham to Windermere is to line 263 bus and bus which costs £18 - £35 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Altrincham to Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Altrincham and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Altrincham to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Altrincham Interchange and arriving at Bus Rail Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Altrincham and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Altrincham to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Altrincham and arriving at Windermere via Deansgate, Preston and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Altrincham to Windermere?

The distance between Altrincham and Windermere is 88 miles. The road distance is 85.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Altrincham to Windermere without a car is to tram and train which takes 3h 20m and costs £29 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Altrincham to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altrincham to Windermere bus from?

Altrincham to Windermere bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Altrincham Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Altrincham to Windermere train from?

Altrincham to Windermere train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Altrincham station.

Train or bus from Altrincham to Windermere?

The best way to get from Altrincham to Windermere is to line 263 bus and bus which takes 5h 9m and costs £18 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 3h 21m.

Where does the Altrincham to Windermere bus arrive?

Altrincham to Windermere bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Charlotte Street station.

Where does the Altrincham to Windermere train arrive?

Altrincham to Windermere train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Deansgate-Castlefield station.

Can I drive from Altrincham to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Altrincham to Windermere is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Altrincham to Windermere.

How do I get a train ticket from Altrincham to Windermere?

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Altrincham to Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 263 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Altrincham to Windermere by tram, train, bus, or car

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Altrincham to Deansgate-Castlefieldtram
2. Take the train from Deansgate to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
3h 20m
£30–63
Line 263 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Altrincham Interchange to Charlotte Streetbus 263
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus X8
5h 9m
£19–35
Drive 85.3 mi
1. Drive from Altrincham to Windermerecar 85.3 mi
1h 28m
£21–31
Train
1. Take the train from Deansgate to Windermeretrain Manchester Airport - Windermere
3h 21m
£33–64

Altrincham to Windermere by tram and train

111Weekly Services

3h 20mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Altrincham to Windermere.

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Distance: 87.7 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

What companies run services between Altrincham, England and Windermere, England?

You can take a bus from Altrincham Interchange to Bus Rail Interchange via Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 9m. Alternatively, Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Deansgate to Windermere 3 times a day. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 1h 57m.

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