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

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Aintree is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Windermere to Aintree is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct train between Windermere and Aintree?

No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Aintree. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Old Roan via Oxenholme Lake District, Preston and Ormskirk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Windermere to Aintree?

The distance between Windermere and Aintree is 72 miles. The road distance is 75.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Windermere to Aintree without a car is to train via Oxenholme Lake District which takes 2h 54m and costs £22 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Windermere to Aintree, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Aintree train from?

Windermere to Aintree train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Where does the Windermere to Aintree train arrive?

Windermere to Aintree train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Windermere to Aintree?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Aintree is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Windermere to Aintree.

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

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Where can I stay near Aintree?

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

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

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Train via Oxenholme Lake District
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Ormskirktrain Preston - Ormskirk
2h 54m
£22–48
Drive 75 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Windermere to Aintreecar 75 mi
1h 34m
£19–27
Train
1. Take the train from Windermere to Prestontrain Windermere - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Ormskirktrain Preston - Ormskirk
3h
£24–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Windermere to Prestontrain Windermere - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Railway Approachbus 2A
3h 32m
£22–41

Windermere to Aintree by train

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Distance: 71.7 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

You can take a train from Windermere to Old Roan via Oxenholme Lake District, Preston, and Ormskirk in around 2h 54m.

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