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

The cheapest way to get from Mallaig to Windermere is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 12h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mallaig to Windermere is to drive which takes 5h 30m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Mallaig and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Mallaig to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Boatyard and arriving at Thwaite Lane via Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Underpass, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Mallaig and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Mallaig to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Mallaig and arriving at Windermere via Glasgow Central and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

How far is it from Mallaig to Windermere?

The distance between Mallaig and Windermere is 316 miles. The road distance is 286.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mallaig to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 8h 37m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 8h 37m to get from Mallaig to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Windermere bus from?

Mallaig to Windermere bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, depart from Boatyard station.

Where do I catch the Mallaig to Windermere train from?

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

Train or bus from Mallaig to Windermere?

The best way to get from Mallaig to Windermere is to train which takes 8h 37m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 12h 5m.

Where does the Mallaig to Windermere bus arrive?

Mallaig to Windermere bus services, operated by Shiel Buses, arrive at Fort William Bus Station.

Where does the Mallaig to Windermere train arrive?

Mallaig to Windermere train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street Low Level station.

Can I drive from Mallaig to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Mallaig to Windermere is 287 miles. It takes approximately 5h 30m to drive from Mallaig to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3228+ hotels available in Windermere.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Street Low Leveltrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
8h 37m
£47–111
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Boatyard to Fort William Bus Stationbus 500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Underpassbus
12h 5m
£42–68
Drive 285.1 mi
1. Drive from Mallaig to Windermerecar 285.1 mi
5h 30m
£69–99
Train via Glasgow
1. Take the train from Mallaig to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
8h 52m
£47–111

Mallaig to Windermere by train and foot

5Weekly Services

8h 37mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Mallaig to Windermere.

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Distance: 313.9 mi
Duration: 8h 37m

What companies run services between Mallaig, Highland, Scotland and Windermere, England?

You can take a train from Mallaig to Windermere via Glasgow Queen Street Low Level, Glasgow Central, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 8h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Boatyard to Thwaite Lane via Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Underpass, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 12h 5m.

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