What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £11 - £17.

How far is it from Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The distance between Preston and Bowness-on-Windermere is 53 miles. The road distance is 48.7 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 40m and costs £21 - £25.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere?

It takes approximately 2h 40m to get from Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere, including transfers.

Can I drive from Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere is 49 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere.

Where can I stay near Bowness-on-Windermere?

There are 3194+ hotels available in Bowness-on-Windermere.

Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to CarnforthManchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to St Martins Church755
2h 40m
£21–24
Drive 48.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere48.4 mi
55 min
£12–17
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Oxenholme Lake DistrictRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to WindermereOxenholme Lake District - Windermere / ...
2h 41m
£16–36
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere48.4 mi
55 min
£110–140

Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere by train and bus

17Weekly Services

2h 40mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere.

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Distance: 52.9 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Bowness-on-Windermere, England?

You can take a train from Preston to St Martins Church via Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Thwaite Lane in around 2h 41m.

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