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

The cheapest way to get from Wells to Windermere is to bus and train which costs £22 - £85 and takes 9h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wells to Windermere is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Wells and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Wells to Windermere. However, there are services departing from New Street and arriving at Thwaite Lane via Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 30m.

How far is it from Wells to Windermere?

The distance between Wells and Windermere is 264 miles. The road distance is 260.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wells to Windermere without a car is to line 376 bus and train which takes 7h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Wells to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wells to Windermere bus from?

Wells to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Wells to Windermere?

The best way to get from Wells to Windermere is to train which takes 7h 51m and costs £40 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 11h 30m.

Where does the Wells to Windermere bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wells to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Wells to Windermere is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Wells to Windermere.

Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3197+ hotels available in Windermere.

Wells to Windermere - 5 ways to travel via train, line 376 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Wells 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.

Line 376 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from New Street to Temple Meads Stnbus 374 / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Windermeretrain Manchester Victoria - Windermere
9h 5m
£22–81
Drive 258.6 mi
1. Drive from Wells to Windermerecar 258.6 mi
4h 27m
£64–92
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
7h 51m
£44–162
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
11h 30m
£44–88

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Wells to Windermere.

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Distance: 262.4 mi
Duration: 7h

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

You can take a bus from New Street to Windermere via Temple Meads Stn, Bristol Temple Meads, Manchester Piccadilly, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 7h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from New Street to Thwaite Lane via Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 11h 30m.

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