What is the cheapest way to get from Ambleside to Hawkshead and Claife?

The cheapest way to get from Ambleside to Hawkshead and Claife is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 13 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ambleside to Hawkshead and Claife?

The fastest way to get from Ambleside to Hawkshead and Claife is to taxi which takes 13 min and costs £21 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Ambleside and Hawkshead and Claife?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from bus interchange and arriving at Tourist Information Centre. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Ambleside and Hawkshead and Claife?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Ambleside and arriving at Bowness-on-Windermere. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Ambleside to Hawkshead and Claife?

The distance between Ambleside and Hawkshead and Claife is 8 miles. The road distance is 9.1 miles.

How do I travel from Ambleside to Hawkshead and Claife without a car?

The best way to get from Ambleside to Hawkshead and Claife without a car is to line 599 bus which takes 1h 1m and costs £3.

How long does it take to get from Ambleside to Hawkshead and Claife?

The line 599 bus from bus interchange to Tourist Information Centre takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Ambleside to Hawkshead and Claife bus from?

Ambleside to Hawkshead and Claife bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from bus interchange station.

Where does the Ambleside to Hawkshead and Claife bus arrive?

Ambleside to Hawkshead and Claife bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Tourist Information Centre station.

Can I drive from Ambleside to Hawkshead and Claife?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambleside to Hawkshead and Claife is 9 miles. It takes approximately 13 min to drive from Ambleside to Hawkshead and Claife.

Where can I stay near Hawkshead and Claife?

There are 3334+ hotels available in Hawkshead and Claife.

Ambleside to Hawkshead and Claife - 5 ways to travel via line 599 bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Ambleside to Hawkshead and Claife by bus, taxi, car, or ferry

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Line 599 bus
best
1. Take the bus from bus interchange to Tourist Information Centrebus 599 / ...
1h 1m
£3
Line 599 bus via Braithwaite Fold Car Park
1. Take the bus from Salutation Hotel to Braithwaite Fold Car Parkbus 599
1h 8m
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ambleside to Hawkshead and Claifetaxi 9 mi
13 min
£21–26
Drive 9 mi
1. Drive from Ambleside to Hawkshead and Claifecar 9 mi
13 min
£3–4
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Ambleside to Bowness-on-Windermereferry Red Cruise
1h 4m
£7

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Distance: 7.8 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

What companies run services between Ambleside, Cumbria, England and Hawkshead and Claife, England?

Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire operates a bus from bus interchange to Tourist Information Centre every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, Windermere Lake Cruises operates a ferry from Ambleside to Bowness-on-Windermere hourly. Tickets cost £7 and the journey takes 30 min.

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