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

The cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Windermere is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Carnforth to Windermere is to drive which takes 28 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Carnforth and Windermere?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Railway Station station and arriving at Thwaite Lane. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Carnforth and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Carnforth to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Carnforth and arriving at Windermere via Lancaster and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Carnforth to Windermere?

The distance between Carnforth and Windermere is 24 miles. The road distance is 22.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carnforth to Windermere without a car is to line 755 bus which takes 1h 1m and costs £6 - £8.

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

The line 755 bus from Railway Station to Thwaite Lane takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Carnforth to Windermere bus from?

Carnforth to Windermere bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Carnforth to Windermere train from?

Carnforth to Windermere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Lancaster station.

Train or bus from Carnforth to Windermere?

The best way to get from Carnforth to Windermere is to line 755 bus which takes 1h 1m and costs £6 - £8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £29 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Carnforth to Windermere bus arrive?

Carnforth to Windermere bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Thwaite Lane station.

Where does the Carnforth to Windermere train arrive?

Carnforth to Windermere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.

Can I drive from Carnforth to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnforth to Windermere is 23 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Carnforth to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

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Carnforth to Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, line 755 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Carnforth to Windermere by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 755 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Thwaite Lane755
1h 1m
£6–8
Train
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Oxenholme Lake DistrictRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to WindermereOxenholme Lake District - Windermere / ...
1h 37m
£16–28
Drive 22.6 mi
1. Drive from Carnforth to Windermere22.6 mi
28 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carnforth to Windermere22.6 mi
28 min
£45–60

Carnforth to Windermere by train

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1h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 24.1 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

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

Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire operates a bus from Railway Station to Thwaite Lane 3 times a day. Tickets cost £6–8 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carnforth to Windermere via Lancaster and Oxenholme Lake District in around 1h 37m.

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