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

The cheapest way to get from Cumbria to Windermere is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumbria to Windermere is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Cumbria and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumbria to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Longthwaite road end and arriving at Bus Rail Interchange via Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Cumbria to Windermere?

The distance between Cumbria and Windermere is 49 miles. The road distance is 23.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumbria to Windermere without a car is to line 508 bus and train which takes 2h 17m and costs £15 - £27.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Cumbria to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumbria to Windermere bus from?

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

Where does the Cumbria to Windermere bus arrive?

Cumbria to Windermere bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cumbria to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbria to Windermere is 24 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Cumbria to Windermere.

Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3292+ hotels available in Windermere.

Cumbria to Windermere - 5 ways to travel via train, line 508 bus, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Cumbria to Windermere by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 508 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ullswater Guest House to Rail Stationbus 508
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
3. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Windermeretrain
2h 17m
£15–27
Drive 23.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cumbria to Windermerecar 23.6 mi
35 min
£6–9
Bus, line 555 bus via Cumbria
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus 555 / ...
2h 58m
£21–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cumbria to Windermeretaxi 23.6 mi
35 min
£50–65
Bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Penrith to Keswickbus X5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus 555 / ...
3h 4m
£9

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Distance: 48.5 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

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

You can take a vehicle from Cumbria to Bus Rail Interchange via Longthwaite road end, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 2h 58m.

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