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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Windermere is to bus and train which costs £35 - £120 and takes 9h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Windermere is to drive which takes 4h 47m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Thwaite Lane via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Windermere via Crewe and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Wales to Windermere?

The distance between Wales and Windermere is 240 miles. The road distance is 239.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs £50 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Wales to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Windermere bus from?

Wales to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Windermere train from?

Wales to Windermere train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Wales to Windermere?

The best way to get from Wales to Windermere is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs £50 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 10h 28m.

Where does the Wales to Windermere bus arrive?

Wales to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Wales to Windermere train arrive?

Wales to Windermere train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Wales to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Windermere is 239 miles. It takes approximately 4h 47m to drive from Wales to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Wales to Windermere by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 51m
£51–162
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Newhall Stbus
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Manchester Airport The Stationbus
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
9h 59m
£36–114
Drive 237.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Windermerecar 237.8 mi
4h 47m
£59–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
10h 28m
£50–112

Wales to Windermere by train

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Distance: 238.8 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Wales and Windermere, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Windermere via Crewe and Oxenholme Lake District in around 5h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Thwaite Lane via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 28m.

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