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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Windermere is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £20 - £30.

How far is it from Runcorn to Windermere?

The distance between Runcorn and Windermere is 87 miles. The road distance is 85.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Windermere without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 27m and costs £27 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Runcorn to Windermere, including transfers.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Windermere is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Runcorn to Windermere.

Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3170+ hotels available in Windermere.

Runcorn to Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Runcorn to Windermere by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Gbus 110
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 27m
£28–51
Drive 84.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Runcorn to Windermerecar 84.8 mi
1h 31m
£21–30
Bus, train via Lancaster
1. Take the bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Gbus 110
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Lancastertrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus X8
3h 55m
£25–39
Bus, train via Preston
1. Take the bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 79C / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Windermeretrain
5h 4m
£33–68

Runcorn to Windermere by bus and train

27Weekly Services

5h 4mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Runcorn to Windermere.

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Distance: 86.9 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

There is no direct connection from Runcorn to Windermere. However, you can take the bus to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G, take the line 5 bus to Thynne Street, walk to Warrington Bank Quay, take the train to Oxenholme Lake District, then take the train to Windermere. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Runcorn High Street- Stand C to Bus Rail Interchange via Warrington Bus Interchange Stand K, Thynne Street, Warrington Bank Quay, Lancaster, and Bus Station in around 3h 55m.

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