The average train between Stafford and Windermere takes 2h 30m and the fastest train takes 2h. The train service runs several times per day from Stafford 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 every 3 hours between Stafford and Windermere. The earliest departure is at 5:33 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stafford is at 7:47 PM which arrives into Windermere at 10:41 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Stafford to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Stafford station and arriving at Windermere station via Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.
Stafford to Windermere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Stafford station.
Stafford to Windermere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.
Book your Stafford to Windermere train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Stafford and Windermere is 182.6 km. The road distance is 201 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Stafford to Oxenholme Lake District every 3 hours. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 1h 35m.