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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Windermere is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Windermere is to drive which takes 5h 13m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Windermere via Haymarket and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

How far is it from Inverness to Windermere?

The distance between Inverness and Windermere is 345 miles. The road distance is 292 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Windermere without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 7h 15m and costs £40 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 15m to get from Inverness to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Windermere train from?

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

Train or bus from Inverness to Windermere?

The best way to get from Inverness to Windermere is to train via Edinburgh which takes 7h 15m and costs £40 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 36m.

Where does the Inverness to Windermere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Inverness to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Windermere is 292 miles. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Inverness to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3196+ hotels available in Windermere.

Inverness to Windermere - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Inverness to Windermere by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to HaymarketInverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Oxenholme Lake DistrictEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
7h 15m
£44–174
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus StationE8
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston HotelUkn31
9h 36m
Drive 290.4 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Windermere290.4 mi
5h 13m
£72–104
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)INV - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake District
5h 59m
£109–290
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to CarlisleInverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake DistrictGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
8h 6m
£77–117
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)INV - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake District
8h 43m
£97–270
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeen
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)ABZ - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake District
8h 19m
£113–292

Inverness to Windermere by train

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7h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 343.3 mi
Duration: 7h 15m

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

You can take a train from Inverness to Windermere via Haymarket and Oxenholme Lake District in around 7h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Street to St Mary's Church via Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, Carlisle, Penrith North Lakes, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 36m.

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