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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Windermere is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Windermere is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Gt George Street and arriving at Thwaite Lane via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and 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 Windermere?

The distance between Preston and Windermere is 50 miles. The road distance is 50.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs £19 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Preston to 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 Windermere bus from?

Preston to Windermere bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Gt George Street station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Windermere train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Windermere?

The best way to get from Preston to Windermere is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs £19 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 40 bus and line 555 bus, which costs £13 - £24 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Preston to Windermere bus arrive?

Preston to Windermere bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Preston to Windermere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Windermere is 50 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Preston to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

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Preston to Windermere - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 555 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Windermere by train, bus, or car

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 Preston to Windermeretrain Manchester Oxford Road - Windermere / ...
1h 8m
£19–35
Drive 49.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Windermerecar 49.9 mi
53 min
£13–18
Train, bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
2. Take the bus from Station to Bus Stationbus 41A / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Thwaite Lanebus 555 / ...
1h 32m
£17–44
Train via Oxenholme Lake District
1. Take the train from Preston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Motherwell / ...
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Windermeretrain Oxenholme Lake District - Windermere / ...
1h 33m
£17–36
Line 40 bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Gt George Street to Bus Stationbus 40 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 555
3h 35m
£14–23

Preston to 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 Windermere, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Windermere 4 times a day. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 1h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gt George Street to Thwaite Lane via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 3h 35m.

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