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How to get fromYork to Lakesby train or car

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There are 3 ways to get from York to Lakes by train or car

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from York to PrestontrainYork - Blackpool North / ...
    2. Take the train from Preston to Oxenholme Lake DistricttrainRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
    4h 13m
    £43–86
  2. Drive 100.5 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from York to Lakescar100.5 mi
    2h 12m
    £25–36
  3. Steam train

    1. Take the train from York to CarnforthtrainThe Scarborough Spa Express
    8h 20m

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

You can take a train from York to Lakes via Preston, Oxenholme Lake District, and Windermere in around 4h 13m.

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