What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which costs £65 - £95 and takes 4h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Bowness-on-Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Windermere via Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The distance between Basingstoke and Bowness-on-Windermere is 278 miles. The road distance is 265.7 miles.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 6h 32m and costs £50 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere?

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere train from?

Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere is to train via Manchester which takes 6h 32m and costs £50 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £130 and takes 9h 35m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere train arrive?

Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere is 266 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere.

How do I get a train ticket from Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere?

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Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train via Manchester
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1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake DistrictManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 32m
£51–196
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Terminal 5806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Manchester Central Coach Station802
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std181
9h 35m
£58–126
Drive 264.2 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere264.2 mi
4h 37m
£66–95
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake District
6h 34m
£90–303
Train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to London WaterlooBasingstoke - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Oxenholme Lake DistrictLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 49m
£102–256
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Manchester Airport The Station
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Windermere
7h 34m
£51–219
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake District
5h 30m
£97–249
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake District
6h 52m
£120–296
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake District
7h 51m
£88–330

Basingstoke to Bowness-on-Windermere by train

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Distance: 275.9 mi
Duration: 6h 32m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Bowness-on-Windermere, England?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Windermere via Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District in around 6h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Windermere via Heathrow Terminal 5, Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station Night Std, Lancaster, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 9h 35m.

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