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

The cheapest way to get from Ambleside to Scarborough is to bus which costs £27 - £55 and takes 9h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ambleside to Scarborough is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Ambleside and Scarborough?

No, there is no direct train from Ambleside to Scarborough. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Scarborough via Oxenholme Lake District, Preston and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

How far is it from Ambleside to Scarborough?

The distance between Ambleside and Scarborough is 184 miles. The road distance is 124.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ambleside to Scarborough without a car is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Ambleside to Scarborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ambleside to Scarborough bus from?

Ambleside to Scarborough bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Night Std.

Where do I catch the Ambleside to Scarborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Ambleside to Scarborough?

The best way to get from Ambleside to Scarborough is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £55 and takes 9h 59m.

Where does the Ambleside to Scarborough bus arrive?

Ambleside to Scarborough bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Ambleside to Scarborough train arrive?

Ambleside to Scarborough train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Ambleside to Scarborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambleside to Scarborough is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Ambleside to Scarborough.

Where can I stay near Scarborough?

There are 1997+ hotels available in Scarborough.

Ambleside to Scarborough - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Ambleside and Scarborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Ambleside to Scarborough. However, there are services departing from Salutation Hotel and arriving at West Square Stop V via Blackhall Road, Bus Station Night Std, Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 59m.

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There are 4 ways to get from Ambleside to Scarborough by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Scarboroughtrain
6h 32m
£69–130
Bus
cheapest
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 Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to West Square Stop Vbus 843
9h 59m
£27–55
Drive 123.9 mi
1. Drive from Ambleside to Scarboroughcar 123.9 mi
2h 52m
£30–44
Steam train
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Scarboroughtrain The Scarborough Spa Express
7h 6m

Ambleside to Scarborough by bus and train

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6h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 182.9 mi
Duration: 6h 32m

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

You can take a bus from bus interchange to Scarborough via Thwaite Lane, Windermere, Oxenholme Lake District, Preston, and Leeds in around 6h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Salutation Hotel to West Square Stop V via Blackhall Road, Bus Station Night Std, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 9h 59m.

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