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

The cheapest way to get from Balloch to Windermere is to bus and line 555 bus which costs £25 - £55 and takes 6h 41m.

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 54m and costs £35 - £60.

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 17m.

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 17m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Balloch to Windermere, including transfers.

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 17m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs £25 - £55 and takes 6h 41m.

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 54m 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?

There are 3182+ hotels available in Windermere.

Balloch to Windermere - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 555 bus, and car

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 LevelBalloch - Airdrie / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake DistrictGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
4h 17m
£30–67
Bus, line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston HotelUkn31
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Mary's Church555
6h 41m
£25–53
Drive 160.3 mi
1. Drive from Balloch to Windermere160.3 mi
2h 54m
£40–57

Balloch to Windermere by train and foot

114Weekly Services

4h 17mAverage Duration

£30Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Balloch to Windermere.

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Distance: 180.5 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lower Stoneymollan Road to St Mary's Church via Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, Carlisle, Penrith North Lakes, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 41m.

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