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

The cheapest way to get from Lanark to Windermere is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lanark to Windermere is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Lanark and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Lanark to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Lanark and arriving at Windermere via Motherwell and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Lanark to Windermere?

The distance between Lanark and Windermere is 165 miles. The road distance is 120.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lanark to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £40 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Lanark to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lanark to Windermere train from?

Lanark to Windermere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Motherwell station.

Train or bus from Lanark to Windermere?

The best way to get from Lanark to Windermere is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £40 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Lanark to Windermere train arrive?

Lanark to Windermere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.

Can I drive from Lanark to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Lanark to Windermere is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Lanark to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3179+ hotels available in Windermere.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - Rugby / ...
3h 39m
£40–155
Drive 119.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lanark to Windermerecar 119.6 mi
2h 11m
£29–42
Bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Wellgate to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Mary's Churchbus 555
6h 56m

Lanark to Windermere by train

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3h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 164.2 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Motherwell to Oxenholme Lake District every 3 hours. Tickets cost £50–140 and the journey takes 1h 35m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wellgate to St Mary's Church via Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, Carlisle, Penrith North Lakes, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 56m.

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