What is the cheapest way to get from Ambleside to St Bees Head?

The cheapest way to get from Ambleside to St Bees Head is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 54 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ambleside to St Bees Head?

The fastest way to get from Ambleside to St Bees Head is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Ambleside and St Bees Head?

No, there is no direct bus from Ambleside to St Bees Head. However, there are services departing from Vicarage Road and arriving at Garlieston Court via Bus Station and Main Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Ambleside to St Bees Head?

The distance between Ambleside and St Bees Head is 51 miles. The road distance is 33.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ambleside to St Bees Head without a car?

The best way to get from Ambleside to St Bees Head without a car is to line 555 bus and bus and line 600 bus which takes 2h 49m and costs £20 - £25.

How long does it take to get from Ambleside to St Bees Head?

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Ambleside to St Bees Head, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ambleside to St Bees Head bus from?

Ambleside to St Bees Head bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Vicarage Road station.

Where does the Ambleside to St Bees Head bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ambleside to St Bees Head?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambleside to St Bees Head is 34 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Ambleside to St Bees Head.

Where can I stay near St Bees Head?

There are 607+ hotels available in St Bees Head.

Ambleside to St Bees Head - 3 ways to travel via line 555 bus, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Ambleside to St Bees Head by bus, car, or taxi

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Line 555 bus, bus, line 600 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Vicarage Road to Bus Stationbus 555
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Main Streetbus X5 / ...
3. Take the bus from Main Street to Garlieston Courtbus 600
2h 49m
£20–25
Drive 33.5 mi
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1. Drive from Ambleside to St Bees Headcar 33.5 mi
54 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ambleside to St Bees Headtaxi 33.5 mi
54 min
£70–85

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Distance: 50.5 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Ambleside, Cumbria, England and St Bees Head, England?

You can take a bus from Vicarage Road to St Bees Head via Bus Station, Main Street, and Garlieston Court in around 2h 49m.

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