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

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Leicester is to train and bus which costs £26 - £75 and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Windermere to Leicester is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Windermere and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Leicester via Oxenholme Lake District and Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Windermere to Leicester?

The distance between Windermere and Leicester is 181 miles. The road distance is 172.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Windermere to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £75 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Windermere to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Leicester train from?

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

Where does the Windermere to Leicester train arrive?

Windermere to Leicester train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Nuneaton station.

Can I drive from Windermere to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Leicester is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Windermere to Leicester.

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

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Where can I stay near Leicester?

There are 992+ hotels available in Leicester.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Windermere to Leicester 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 Oxenholme Lake District to Nuneatontrain Glasgow Central - Milton Keynes Central
4h 11m
£76–183
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk079
6h 59m
£26–70
Drive 171.2 mi
1. Drive from Windermere to Leicestercar 171.2 mi
3h 10m
£42–61
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Leicestertrain
4h 44m
£44–120

Windermere to Leicester by train

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4h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 179.7 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Oxenholme Lake District to Nuneaton once a week. Tickets cost £55–150 and the journey takes 2h 2m.

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