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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwich to Windermere is to drive which costs £18 - £28 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Prestwich to Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Prestwich and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwich to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Polefield Hall Road and arriving at Thwaite Lane via Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwich and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwich to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Prestwich and arriving at Windermere via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Prestwich to Windermere?

The distance between Prestwich and Windermere is 86 miles. The road distance is 77.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwich to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £21 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 9m to get from Prestwich to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwich to Windermere bus from?

Prestwich to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Prestwich to Windermere train from?

Prestwich to Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Prestwich to Windermere?

The best way to get from Prestwich to Windermere is to train which takes 3h 9m and costs £21 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs £16 - £30 and takes 5h 41m.

Where does the Prestwich to Windermere bus arrive?

Prestwich to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station Night Std.

Where does the Prestwich to Windermere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Prestwich to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwich to Windermere is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Prestwich to Windermere.

Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 2744+ hotels available in Windermere.

Prestwich to Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 555 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Windermeretrain Manchester Victoria - Windermere
3h 9m
£21–38
Bus, line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 555
5h 41m
£16–29
Drive 77.3 mi
1. Drive from Prestwich to Windermerecar 77.3 mi
1h 17m
£19–28
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Prestwich to Piccadillytram Yellow Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
3h 16m
£21–43

Prestwich to Windermere by tram and train

1Weekly Services

3h 9mAverage Duration

£21Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Prestwich to Windermere.

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Distance: 85.1 mi
Duration: 3h 9m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Windermere once a week. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Polefield Hall Road to Thwaite Lane via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 41m.

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