What is the cheapest way to get from London to Lakes?

The cheapest way to get from London to Lakes is to bus which costs £26 - £70 and takes 10h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from London to Lakes?

The fastest way to get from London to Lakes is to drive which takes 4h 43m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between London and Lakes?

No, there is no direct bus from London to Lakes. However, there are services departing from London Victoria and arriving at Foulstep crossroads via Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 43m.

How far is it from London to Lakes?

The distance between London and Lakes is 275 miles. The road distance is 276.7 miles.

How do I travel from London to Lakes without a car?

The best way to get from London to Lakes without a car is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs £70 - £230.

How long does it take to get from London to Lakes?

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from London to Lakes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Lakes bus from?

London to Lakes bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Train or bus from London to Lakes?

The best way to get from London to Lakes is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs £70 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £70 and takes 10h 43m.

Where does the London to Lakes bus arrive?

London to Lakes bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Can I drive from London to Lakes?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Lakes is 277 miles. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from London to Lakes.

Where can I stay near Lakes?

There are 3249+ hotels available in Lakes.

London to Lakes - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from London to Lakes 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
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 32m
£70–229
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 540 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
10h 43m
£27–68
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Windermeretrain Manchester Victoria - Windermere
9h 46m
£29–76
Drive 275.1 mi
1. Drive from London to Lakescar 275.1 mi
4h 43m
£68–98
Fly, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 18m
£82–296

London to Lakes by train, bus, and foot

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6h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 273.6 mi
Duration: 6h 32m

What companies run services between London, England and Lakes, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Oxenholme Lake District hourly. Tickets cost £60–220 and the journey takes 3h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from London Victoria to Lakes via Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Foulstep crossroads in around 10h 43m.

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