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

The cheapest way to get from Ambleside to Peterborough is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ambleside to Peterborough is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Ambleside and Peterborough?

No, there is no direct train from Ambleside to Peterborough. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Peterborough via Oxenholme Lake District, Manchester Piccadilly and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.

How far is it from Ambleside to Peterborough?

The distance between Ambleside and Peterborough is 227 miles. The road distance is 198.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ambleside to Peterborough without a car is to train via Doncaster which takes 6h 28m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Ambleside to Peterborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ambleside to Peterborough train from?

Ambleside to Peterborough train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Where does the Ambleside to Peterborough train arrive?

Ambleside to Peterborough train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Ambleside to Peterborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambleside to Peterborough is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Ambleside to Peterborough.

Where can I stay near Peterborough?

There are 516+ hotels available in Peterborough.

Ambleside to Peterborough - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Doncaster
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Doncastertrain
3. Take the train from Doncaster to Peterboroughtrain
6h 28m
£74–146
Drive 197.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ambleside to Peterboroughcar 197.1 mi
3h 43m
£48–70
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Lost Village Festival Sitebus Lv4
3. Take the train from Newark North Gate to Peterboroughtrain
11h 18m
£56–131
Train
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Peterboroughtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
7h 15m
£101–171
Train #2
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Birmingham New Streettrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Peterboroughtrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
7h 22m
£106–161

Ambleside to Peterborough by bus and train

112Weekly Services

6h 28mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225.8 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

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

You can take a bus from bus interchange to Peterborough via Thwaite Lane, Windermere, Oxenholme Lake District, Manchester Piccadilly, and Doncaster in around 6h 28m.

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