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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Windermere is to bus and train which costs £60 - £90 and takes 11h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Windermere is to drive which takes 5h 42m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Elgin and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Elgin station to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Thwaite Lane via Bus Station Stance 3, Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Elgin and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Elgin to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Windermere via Haymarket and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.

How far is it from Elgin to Windermere?

The distance between Elgin and Windermere is 358 miles. The road distance is 297.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 7h 53m and costs £120 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 53m to get from Elgin to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Windermere bus from?

Elgin to Windermere bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Elgin to Windermere train from?

Elgin to Windermere train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Elgin station.

Train or bus from Elgin to Windermere?

The best way to get from Elgin to Windermere is to train which takes 7h 53m and costs £120 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £120 and takes 13h 11m.

Where does the Elgin to Windermere bus arrive?

Elgin to Windermere bus services, operated by Stagecoach North Scotland, arrive at Bus Station Stance 5.

Where does the Elgin to Windermere train arrive?

Elgin to Windermere train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Elgin to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Windermere is 298 miles. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Elgin to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

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Elgin to Windermere - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Elgin to Windermere by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Elgin to Haymarkettrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
7h 53m
£120–211
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Union Square Bus Stationbus M96 / ...
2. Take the train from Aberdeen to Carlisletrain Inverness - London Euston
11h 37m
£61–86
Drive 296.1 mi
1. Drive from Elgin to Windermerecar 296.1 mi
5h 42m
£75–108
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Elgin to Inverness Airporttrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 32m
£129–287
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Stance 5bus M96 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181 / ...
13h 11m
£65–113
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Airportbus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 5m
£110–269
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Airportbus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane ABZ - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 24m
£155–348
Bus to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Elgin station to Aberdeen Airportbus
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ABZ - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
8h 47m
£137–319

Elgin to Windermere by train

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Distance: 356.2 mi
Duration: 7h 53m

What companies run services between Elgin, Scotland and Windermere, England?

You can take a train from Elgin to Windermere via Haymarket and Oxenholme Lake District in around 7h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Thwaite Lane via Bus Station Stance 3, Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 13h 11m.

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