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

The cheapest way to get from Ambleside to Northampton is to bus which costs £35 - £60 and takes 9h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ambleside to Northampton is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Ambleside and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Ambleside to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Vicarage Road and arriving at Northampton Town Centre via Bus Station, Bus Station and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Ambleside and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Ambleside to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Northampton via Oxenholme Lake District, Crewe and Rugby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Ambleside to Northampton?

The distance between Ambleside and Northampton is 201 miles. The road distance is 211.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ambleside to Northampton without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 42m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Ambleside to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ambleside to Northampton bus from?

Ambleside to Northampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Carlisle station.

Where do I catch the Ambleside to Northampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Ambleside to Northampton?

The best way to get from Ambleside to Northampton is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 42m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 9h 19m.

Where does the Ambleside to Northampton bus arrive?

Ambleside to Northampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Northampton Town Centre station.

Where does the Ambleside to Northampton train arrive?

Ambleside to Northampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Ambleside to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambleside to Northampton is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Ambleside to Northampton.

Where can I stay near Northampton?

There are 910+ hotels available in Northampton.

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There are 5 ways to get from Ambleside to Northampton by train, bus, or car

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Crewetrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Rugbytrain Liverpool Lime Street - London Euston / ...
5h 42m
£65–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Northampton Town Centrebus Ukn31
9h 19m
£38–59
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Parkbus 707
8h 43m
£59–129
Drive 210.1 mi
1. Drive from Ambleside to Northamptoncar 210.1 mi
3h 34m
£51–74
Train
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Northamptontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
5h 49m
£76–126

Ambleside to Northampton by bus and train

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Distance: 199.8 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

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

You can take a bus from bus interchange to Northampton via Thwaite Lane, Windermere, Oxenholme Lake District, Crewe, and Rugby in around 5h 42m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Carlisle to Northampton Town Centre 5 times a week. Tickets cost £29–50 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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