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 - £18 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 - £18.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Bowness-on-Windermere?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Windermere. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

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

The distance between Preston and Bowness-on-Windermere is 50 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 which takes 1h 8m and costs £10 - £40.

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

The train from Preston to Windermere takes 1h 8m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere train from?

Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere train arrive?

Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Windermere station.

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.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere?

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Where can I stay near Bowness-on-Windermere?

There are 3215+ hotels available in Bowness-on-Windermere.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to WindermereManchester Oxford Road - Windermere / ...
1h 8m
£10–40
Drive 48.4 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere48.4 mi
55 min
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere48.4 mi
55 min
£110–140
Train via Oxenholme Lake District
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 / ...
1h 31m
£15–34

Preston to Bowness-on-Windermere by train

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1h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 50 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Windermere 4 times a day. Tickets cost £10–40 and the journey takes 1h 8m.

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