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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Windermere is to drive which costs £65 - £100 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Windermere is to drive which takes 5h 14m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Windermere via Moorgate station, London Euston and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Colchester to Windermere?

The distance between Colchester and Windermere is 321 miles. The road distance is 273.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 6h 28m and costs £95 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Colchester to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Windermere train from?

Colchester to Windermere train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Where does the Colchester to Windermere train arrive?

Colchester to Windermere train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Windermere is 274 miles. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Colchester to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3188+ hotels available in Windermere.

Colchester to Windermere - 7 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Colchester to Windermere by train, car, plane, or bus

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool StreetNorwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Oxenholme Lake DistrictLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 28m
£96–236
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)STN - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Oxenholme Lake District
7h 33m
£64–224
Drive 272.2 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Windermere272.2 mi
5h 14m
£67–96
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake District
6h 59m
£106–358
Train via Peterborough
1. Take the train from Colchester to Peterborough
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake District
8h 57m
£82–227
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)STN - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake District
6h 46m
£65–189
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Oxenholme Lake District
7h 37m
£116–421

Colchester to Windermere by train, foot, and subway

114Weekly Services

6h 28mAverage Duration

£96Cheapest Price

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Distance: 319.6 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Windermere via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 6h 28m.

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