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

The cheapest way to get from York to Windermere is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from York to Windermere is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between York and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from York to Windermere. However, there are services departing from York and arriving at Windermere via Preston and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from York to Windermere?

The distance between York and Windermere is 137 miles. The road distance is 94.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from York to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £21 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from York to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the York to Windermere train from?

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

Where does the York to Windermere train arrive?

York to Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from York to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between York to Windermere is 95 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from York to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3197+ hotels available in Windermere.

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

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

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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 / ...
4h 2m
£22–73
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
6h 1m
Drive 94.1 mi
1. Drive from York to Windermerecar 94.1 mi
2h 3m
£24–34
Steam train
1. Take the train from York to Carnforthtrain The Scarborough Spa Express
6h 38m

York to Windermere by train

116Weekly Trains

4h 2mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from York to Windermere.

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Distance: 136.2 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a train from York to Windermere via Preston and Oxenholme Lake District in around 4h 2m.

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