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

The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Windermere is to bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 8h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rugby to Windermere is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Rugby and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Rugby to Windermere. However, there are services departing from North Street and arriving at Bus Rail Interchange via Pool Meadow Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Rugby and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Rugby and arriving at Windermere via Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Rugby to Windermere?

The distance between Rugby and Windermere is 183 miles. The road distance is 187.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rugby to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Rugby to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Windermere bus from?

Rugby to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Windermere train from?

Rugby to Windermere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Rugby station.

Train or bus from Rugby to Windermere?

The best way to get from Rugby to Windermere is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 8h 32m.

Where does the Rugby to Windermere bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rugby to Windermere train arrive?

Rugby to Windermere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Rugby to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Rugby to Windermere is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Rugby to Windermere.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rugby to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h 11m
£65–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus X8
8h 32m
£35–80
Drive 186.1 mi
1. Drive from Rugby to Windermerecar 186.1 mi
3h 2m
£46–66
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Rugby to Crewetrain London Euston - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 29m
£60–126
Train via Coventry
1. Take the train from Coventry to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermeretrain Manchester Airport - Windermere
6h 3m
£84–145

Rugby to Windermere by train

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Distance: 181.6 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Rugby to Windermere via Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Street to Bus Rail Interchange via Transport Museum, Pool Meadow Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 32m.

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