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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Windermere is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Windermere via Newcastle, Carlisle and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Durham to Windermere?

The distance between Durham and Windermere is 135 miles. The road distance is 75.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Durham to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Windermere train from?

Durham to Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.

Where does the Durham to Windermere train arrive?

Durham to Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Durham to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Windermere is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Durham to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3292+ hotels available in Windermere.

Durham to Windermere - 3 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Durham to Windermere by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain Newcastle - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 1m
£40–83
Drive 75.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Durham to Windermerecar 75.1 mi
1h 36m
£19–27
Train, line 555 bus
1. Take the train from Durham to Carlisletrain Middlesbrough - Carlisle
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus 555 / ...
5h 28m
£33–53

Durham to Windermere by train

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Distance: 133.9 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

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

You can take a train from Durham to Windermere via Newcastle, Carlisle, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 4h 1m.

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