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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Windermere is to bus which costs £50 - £120 and takes 11h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Windermere is to drive which takes 4h 59m and costs £75 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Windermere via Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

How far is it from Exeter to Windermere?

The distance between Exeter and Windermere is 319 miles. The road distance is 310.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Windermere without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 47m and costs £65 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Exeter to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Windermere train from?

Exeter to Windermere train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Windermere?

The best way to get from Exeter to Windermere is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 47m and costs £65 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 11h 50m.

Where does the Exeter to Windermere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Exeter to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Windermere is 311 miles. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Exeter to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3197+ hotels available in Windermere.

Exeter to Windermere - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Exeter to Windermere by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake DistrictRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 47m
£66–254
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std181
11h 50m
£53–111
Drive 308.9 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Windermere308.9 mi
4h 59m
£77–111
Fly, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake District
5h 26m
£104–333
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake District
9h 25m
£108–226

Exeter to Windermere by train

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6h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 317.4 mi
Duration: 6h 47m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Windermere via Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District in around 6h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Windermere via Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station Night Std, Lancaster, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 11h 50m.

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