What is the cheapest way to get from Windermere to Walney Island?

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Walney Island is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 41 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Windermere to Walney Island?

The fastest way to get from Windermere to Walney Island is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Windermere and Walney Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Windermere to Walney Island. However, there are services departing from Barclays Bank and arriving at Abbey Apartments via Kiosk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Windermere and Walney Island?

No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Walney Island. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Barrow-in-Furness via Oxenholme Lake District and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Windermere to Walney Island?

The distance between Windermere and Walney Island is 27 miles. The road distance is 28.1 miles.

How do I travel from Windermere to Walney Island without a car?

The best way to get from Windermere to Walney Island without a car is to line 6 bus and bus which takes 1h 31m and costs £7 - £16.

How long does it take to get from Windermere to Walney Island?

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Windermere to Walney Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Walney Island bus from?

Windermere to Walney Island bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Barclays Bank station.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Walney Island train from?

Windermere to Walney Island train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Windermere station.

Train or bus from Windermere to Walney Island?

The best way to get from Windermere to Walney Island is to line 6 bus and bus which takes 1h 31m and costs £7 - £16. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £16 - £75 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Windermere to Walney Island bus arrive?

Windermere to Walney Island bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at St Mary's Church station.

Where does the Windermere to Walney Island train arrive?

Windermere to Walney Island train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.

Can I drive from Windermere to Walney Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Walney Island is 28 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Windermere to Walney Island.

How do I get a train ticket from Windermere to Walney Island?

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Where can I stay near Walney Island?

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Windermere to Walney Island - 4 ways to travel via train, line 6 bus, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Windermere to Walney Island by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 6 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Barclays Bank to St Mary's Churchbus 6
2. Take the bus from Kiosk to Abbey Apartmentsbus 6A / ...
1h 31m
£8–15
Drive 28 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Windermere to Walney Islandcar 28 mi
41 min
£7–10
Train
1. Take the train from Windermere to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Windermere - Oxenholme Lake District / ...
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furnesstrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
2h 26m
£16–70
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Windermere to Walney Islandtaxi 28 mi
41 min
£60–75

Windermere to Walney Island by bus

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1h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 26.9 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Windermere, England and Walney Island, England?

You can take a bus from Barclays Bank to Abbey Apartments via Kiosk in around 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Windermere to Barrow-in-Furness via Oxenholme Lake District and Lancaster in around 2h 26m.

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