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

The cheapest way to get from Balloch to Windermere is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balloch to Windermere is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Balloch and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Balloch to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Lower Stoneymollan Road and arriving at St Mary's Church via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Balloch and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Balloch to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Balloch and arriving at Windermere via Glasgow Central and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Balloch to Windermere?

The distance between Balloch and Windermere is 182 miles. The road distance is 161.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Balloch to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £35 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Balloch to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Balloch to Windermere bus from?

Balloch to Windermere bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Lower Stoneymollan Road station.

Where do I catch the Balloch to Windermere train from?

Balloch to Windermere train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Balloch station.

Train or bus from Balloch to Windermere?

The best way to get from Balloch to Windermere is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £35 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus and line 104 bus and line 555 bus, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Balloch to Windermere bus arrive?

Balloch to Windermere bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Balloch to Windermere train arrive?

Balloch to Windermere train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street Low Level station.

Can I drive from Balloch to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Balloch to Windermere is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Balloch to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

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Balloch to Windermere - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 104 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Balloch to Windermere by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Balloch to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Balloch - Airdrie / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 14m
£39–174
Bus, line 104 bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 595 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 104
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X5 / ...
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Mary's Churchbus 555
7h 16m
£40–61
Drive 160.3 mi
1. Drive from Balloch to Windermerecar 160.3 mi
2h 56m
£40–57

Balloch to Windermere by train and foot

112Weekly Services

4h 14mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 180.5 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Balloch, West Dunbartonshire, Scotland and Windermere, England?

You can take a train from Balloch to Windermere via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Glasgow Central, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to St Mary's Church via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 16m.

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