What is the cheapest way to get from York to Lakes?

The cheapest way to get from York to Lakes is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from York to Lakes?

The fastest way to get from York to Lakes is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £24 - £40.

How far is it from York to Lakes?

The distance between York and Lakes is 145 miles. The road distance is 101.1 miles.

How do I travel from York to Lakes without a car?

The best way to get from York to Lakes without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £25 - £85.

How long does it take to get from York to Lakes?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from York to Lakes, including transfers.

Can I drive from York to Lakes?

Yes, the driving distance between York to Lakes is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from York to Lakes.

Where can I stay near Lakes?

There are 3730+ hotels available in Lakes.

York to Lakes - 4 ways to travel via train, line 84 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from York to Lakes 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 York to Prestontrain York - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 50m
£26–82
Drive 100.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from York to Lakescar 100.5 mi
2h 13m
£25–36
Train, line 84 bus, bus
1. Take the train from York to Darlingtontrain
2. Take the bus from Tubwell Row to Galgate - Stand Bbus 84
3. Take the bus from Galgate - Stand B to Blackhall Roadbus 572
7h 4m
Steam train
1. Take the train from York to Carnforthtrain The Scarborough Spa Express
8h 22m

York to Lakes by train, bus, and foot

70Weekly Services

5h 50mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 144.6 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between York, England and Lakes, England?

You can take a train from York to Lakes via Preston, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, Bus Rail Interchange, and Foulstep crossroads in around 5h 50m.

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