The average train between Bradford and Windermere takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Bradford to Windermere. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bradford and Windermere. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bradford is at 10:19 PM which arrives into Windermere at 6:36 AM. All services require a transfer at Preston and take an average of 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bradford to Windermere? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Bradford to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Bradford station and arriving at Windermere station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.
Bradford to Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bradford Interchange station.
Bradford to Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.
Book your Bradford to Windermere train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Bradford and Windermere is 99.5 km. The road distance is 164 km.
You can take a train from Bradford Interchange to Windermere via Preston and Oxenholme Lake District in around 3h 6m.