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

The cheapest way to get from Ainsdale to Windermere is to bus which costs £10 - £15 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ainsdale to Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Ainsdale and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Ainsdale to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Ainsdale Interchange and arriving at Bus Rail Interchange via Duke Street, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Ainsdale and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Ainsdale to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Ainsdale and arriving at Windermere via Southport, Wigan North Western and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Ainsdale to Windermere?

The distance between Ainsdale and Windermere is 75 miles. The road distance is 71.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ainsdale to Windermere without a car is to line 49 bus and bus and train which takes 3h 21m and costs £21 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Ainsdale to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ainsdale to Windermere bus from?

Ainsdale to Windermere bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Duke Street station.

Where do I catch the Ainsdale to Windermere train from?

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

Train or bus from Ainsdale to Windermere?

The best way to get from Ainsdale to Windermere is to train which takes 3h 24m and costs £26 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £15 and takes 5h.

Where does the Ainsdale to Windermere bus arrive?

Ainsdale to Windermere bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Ainsdale to Windermere train arrive?

Ainsdale to Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan Wallgate station.

Can I drive from Ainsdale to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Ainsdale to Windermere is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Ainsdale to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

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Ainsdale to Windermere - 5 ways to travel via train, line 49 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Ainsdale to Windermere by bus, train, or car

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Line 49 bus, bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Ainsdale Interchange to Southport Interchangebus 49
2. Take the bus from Southport Interchange to Bus Stationbus X2
3. Take the train from Preston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
3h 21m
£22–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Duke Street to Bus Stationbus X2
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 40 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus X8
5h
£11–15
Train
1. Take the train from Southport to Wigan Wallgatetrain Southport - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 24m
£26–52
Drive 71 mi
1. Drive from Ainsdale to Windermerecar 71 mi
1h 32m
£18–26
Bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 40 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 555
5h 27m
£14–18

Ainsdale to Windermere by bus and train

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Distance: 74.8 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a train from Ainsdale to Windermere via Southport, Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 3h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ainsdale Interchange to Bus Rail Interchange via Duke Street, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h.

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