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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Windermere is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Windermere is to drive which takes 5h 24m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Windermere via Waterloo station, London Euston and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 46m.

How far is it from Poole to Windermere?

The distance between Poole and Windermere is 383 miles. The road distance is 300.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Windermere without a car is to train via London which takes 7h 46m and costs £95 - £310.

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

It takes approximately 7h 46m to get from Poole to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Windermere train from?

Poole to Windermere train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Train or bus from Poole to Windermere?

The best way to get from Poole to Windermere is to train via London which takes 7h 46m and costs £95 - £310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 11h 10m.

Where does the Poole to Windermere train arrive?

Poole to Windermere train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Poole to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Windermere is 301 miles. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Poole to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3205+ hotels available in Windermere.

Poole to Windermere - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Poole 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 London
best
1. Take the train from Poole to London WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Oxenholme Lake DistrictLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h 46m
£99–302
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to WindermereManchester Airport - Windermere
9h 17m
£47–457
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5035 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Manchester Central Coach Station802
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Std181
11h 10m
£54–134
Drive 299 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Windermere299 mi
5h 24m
£75–108
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake District
6h 4m
£94–232
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake DistrictManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
8h 56m
£53–441
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Woking
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake District
7h 47m
£94–319
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake District
7h 21m
£122–292
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)SOU - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Oxenholme Lake District
7h 40m
£144–412

Poole to Windermere by bus and train

88Weekly Services

8h 56mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 380.4 mi
Duration: 7h 46m

What companies run services between Poole, England and Windermere, England?

You can take a train from Poole to Windermere via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, London Euston, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 7h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Windermere via Heathrow Terminal 5, Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station Night Std, Lancaster, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 11h 10m.

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