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

The cheapest way to get from Ambleside to Halifax is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ambleside to Halifax is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Ambleside and Halifax?

No, there is no direct bus from Ambleside to Halifax. However, there are services departing from Salutation Hotel and arriving at Bull Green via Blackhall Road, Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Ambleside to Halifax?

The distance between Ambleside and Halifax is 101 miles. The road distance is 78.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ambleside to Halifax without a car is to line 555 bus and train which takes 4h 4m and costs £35 - £70.

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

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

Where do I catch the Ambleside to Halifax bus from?

Ambleside to Halifax bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Blackhall Road station.

Where does the Ambleside to Halifax bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ambleside to Halifax?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambleside to Halifax is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Ambleside to Halifax.

Where can I stay near Halifax?

There are 2532+ hotels available in Halifax.

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

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

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Line 555 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Salutation Hotel to Blackhall Roadbus 555
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Halifaxtrain
4h 4m
£37–70
Drive 78.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ambleside to Halifaxcar 78.2 mi
1h 50m
£19–28
Line 555 bus, bus, line 152 bus, line 591 bus
1. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to Bus Stationbus 555
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 41 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 152
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bull Greenbus 591
7h 49m

Ambleside to Halifax by bus and train

124Weekly Services

4h 4mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 100.5 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Salutation Hotel to Bull Green via Blackhall Road, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 49m.

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