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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Windermere is to bus and line 555 bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 8h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Windermere is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Racecourse and arriving at Cedar Manor Hotel via Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Windermere via Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Windermere?

The distance between Cheltenham and Windermere is 199 miles. The road distance is 201.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £30 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Cheltenham to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Windermere bus from?

Cheltenham to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Cheltenham Racecourse station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Windermere train from?

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

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Windermere?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Windermere is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £30 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 8h 31m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Windermere bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Windermere train arrive?

Cheltenham to Windermere train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Windermere is 201 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Cheltenham to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3182+ hotels available in Windermere.

Cheltenham to Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 555 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New StreetBristol Temple Meads - Stockport / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake DistrictRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 58m
£34–158
Bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham Racecourse to Manchester Central Coach StationCf8
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std181
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station555
8h 31m
£39–59
Drive 200.2 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Windermere200.2 mi
3h 14m
£49–71
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Manchester Airport The Station
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake District
6h 44m
£39–124

Cheltenham to Windermere by train

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4h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 197.9 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Windermere via Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District in around 4h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cheltenham Racecourse to Cedar Manor Hotel via Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 31m.

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