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

The cheapest way to get from Solihull to Windermere is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Solihull to Windermere is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Solihull and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Solihull to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Lode Lane and arriving at Thwaite Lane via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

How far is it from Solihull to Windermere?

The distance between Solihull and Windermere is 168 miles. The road distance is 164.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Solihull to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £65 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Solihull to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Windermere bus from?

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

Train or bus from Solihull to Windermere?

The best way to get from Solihull to Windermere is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £65 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h 19m.

Where does the Solihull to Windermere bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Solihull to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Solihull to Windermere is 164 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Solihull to Windermere.

Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3197+ hotels available in Windermere.

Solihull to Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 555 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Solihull 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 Birmingham International to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 4m
£65–161
Train via Manchester
cheapest
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
5h 36m
£32–97
Bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 555
8h 19m
£39–69
Drive 163.2 mi
1. Drive from Solihull to Windermerecar 163.2 mi
2h 50m
£40–58

Solihull to Windermere by bus and train

55Weekly Services

5h 4mAverage Duration

£65Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Solihull to Windermere.

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Distance: 167.3 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham International to Oxenholme Lake District every 4 hours. Tickets cost £55–150 and the journey takes 2h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lode Lane to Thwaite Lane via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 19m.

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