What is the cheapest way to get from Falkirk Wheel to Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk Wheel to Windermere is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Falkirk Wheel to Windermere?

The fastest way to get from Falkirk Wheel to Windermere is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk Wheel and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Falkirk Wheel to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Camelon and arriving at Windermere via Haymarket and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Falkirk Wheel to Windermere?

The distance between Falkirk Wheel and Windermere is 187 miles. The road distance is 147.5 miles.

How do I travel from Falkirk Wheel to Windermere without a car?

The best way to get from Falkirk Wheel to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs £35 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Falkirk Wheel to Windermere?

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Falkirk Wheel to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falkirk Wheel to Windermere train from?

Falkirk Wheel to Windermere train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Camelon station.

Where does the Falkirk Wheel to Windermere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Falkirk Wheel to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk Wheel to Windermere is 147 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Falkirk Wheel to Windermere.

Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3197+ hotels available in Windermere.

Falkirk Wheel to Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Falkirk Wheel to Windermere by train, bus, or car

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 Camelon to HaymarketDunblane - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Oxenholme Lake DistrictEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 59m
£36–170
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Three Bridges roundabout to Buchanan Bus StationX37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotel
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake District
6h 15m
Drive 146.6 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk Wheel to Windermere146.6 mi
2h 52m
£37–53
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to CarlisleInverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake DistrictGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
5h 51m
£73–111

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Falkirk Wheel to Windermere.

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Distance: 186.2 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Falkirk Wheel, Scotland and Windermere, England?

You can take a vehicle from Falkirk Wheel to Windermere via Camelon, Haymarket, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 4h 59m.

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