What is the cheapest way to get from Settle to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from Settle to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 49 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Settle to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The fastest way to get from Settle to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Settle and Bowness-on-Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Settle to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at St Martins Church via Community Centre and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

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

The distance between Settle and Bowness-on-Windermere is 48 miles. The road distance is 37.8 miles.

How do I travel from Settle to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car?

The best way to get from Settle to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 49m and costs £11 - £16.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Settle to Bowness-on-Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Settle to Bowness-on-Windermere bus from?

Settle to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by Kirkby Lonsdale Coaches, depart from Market Place station.

Train or bus from Settle to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The best way to get from Settle to Bowness-on-Windermere is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £23 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 581 bus and line 567 bus and line 755 bus, which costs and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Settle to Bowness-on-Windermere bus arrive?

Settle to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by Kirkby Lonsdale Coaches, arrive at Community Centre station.

Can I drive from Settle to Bowness-on-Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Settle to Bowness-on-Windermere is 38 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Settle to Bowness-on-Windermere.

Where can I stay near Bowness-on-Windermere?

There are 3196+ hotels available in Bowness-on-Windermere.

Settle to Bowness-on-Windermere - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 5 ways to get from Settle to Bowness-on-Windermere by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Giggleswick to CarnforthLeeds - Lancaster / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to St Martins Church755
2h 49m
£12–15
Drive 37.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Settle to Bowness-on-Windermere37.5 mi
49 min
£10–14
Train
1. Take the train from Giggleswick to LancasterLeeds - Lancaster / ...
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to WindermereOxenholme Lake District - Windermere / ...
3h 29m
£24–49
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Settle to Bowness-on-Windermere37.5 mi
49 min
£75–95
Line 581 bus, line 567 bus, line 755 bus
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Community Centre581
2. Take the bus from Community Centre to Bus Station567
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Martins Church599 / ...
3h 49m

Settle to Bowness-on-Windermere by train and bus

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2h 49mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 48.2 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a train from Giggleswick to St Martins Church via Lancaster, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Thwaite Lane in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to St Martins Church via Community Centre and Bus Station in around 3h 49m.

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