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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Windermere is to drive which costs £65 - £95 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Windermere is to drive which takes 4h 34m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to 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 44m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Windermere?

The distance between Basingstoke and Windermere is 278 miles. The road distance is 267.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Windermere without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 6h 44m and costs £45 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Basingstoke to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Windermere train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Windermere?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Windermere is to train via Manchester which takes 6h 44m and costs £45 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £140 and takes 9h 41m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Windermere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Windermere is 267 miles. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Basingstoke to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 1758+ hotels available in Windermere.

Basingstoke to Windermere - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Basingstoke to 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
best
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 44m
£48–195
Train, bus
cheapest
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 42m
£39–219
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 41m
£62–133
Drive 265.7 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Windermere265.7 mi
4h 34m
£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 42m
£92–306
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 59m
£102–196
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 41m
£91–239
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
7h 1m
£115–297

Basingstoke to Windermere by train

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Distance: 275.9 mi
Duration: 6h 44m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Windermere via Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District in around 6h 44m. 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 41m.

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