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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Windermere is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Windermere via Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Windermere?

The distance between Wakefield and Windermere is 121 miles. The road distance is 85.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £30 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Wakefield to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Windermere train from?

Wakefield to Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Where does the Wakefield to Windermere train arrive?

Wakefield to Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Windermere is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Wakefield to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3188+ hotels available in Windermere.

Wakefield to Windermere - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 268 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Wakefield to Windermere by train, car, or bus

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 Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester PiccadillyYork - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake DistrictManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
3h 53m
£32–85
Drive 84.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Windermere84.7 mi
1h 54m
£21–30
Line 268 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bradford Interchange Bus Station268 / ...
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Windermere
5h 49m
£23–89

Wakefield to Windermere by train

114Weekly Trains

3h 53mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 120.1 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Windermere via Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District in around 3h 53m.

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