What is the cheapest way to get from Ambleside to Darlington?

The cheapest way to get from Ambleside to Darlington is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ambleside to Darlington?

The fastest way to get from Ambleside to Darlington is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Ambleside and Darlington?

No, there is no direct train from Ambleside to Darlington. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Darlington via Oxenholme Lake District, Carlisle and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Ambleside to Darlington?

The distance between Ambleside and Darlington is 162 miles. The road distance is 71.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ambleside to Darlington without a car?

The best way to get from Ambleside to Darlington without a car is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs £55 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Ambleside to Darlington?

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Ambleside to Darlington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ambleside to Darlington train from?

Ambleside to Darlington train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Where does the Ambleside to Darlington train arrive?

Ambleside to Darlington train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Ambleside to Darlington?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambleside to Darlington is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Ambleside to Darlington.

Where can I stay near Darlington?

There are 1427+ hotels available in Darlington.

Ambleside to Darlington - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 555 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Ambleside to Darlington by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Darlingtontrain
4h 47m
£58–119
Drive 71.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ambleside to Darlingtoncar 71.3 mi
1h 34m
£18–25
Line 555 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Vicarage Road to Bus Stationbus 555
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Darlingtontrain Edinburgh - York / ...
4h 56m
£41–88

Ambleside to Darlington by bus and train

112Weekly Services

4h 47mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.9 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Ambleside, Cumbria, England and Darlington, England?

You can take a bus from bus interchange to Darlington via Thwaite Lane, Windermere, Oxenholme Lake District, Carlisle, and Newcastle in around 4h 47m.

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