What is the cheapest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere is to bus and line 555 bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 5h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The fastest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Ashton-under-Lyne and Bowness-on-Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Cavendish Street and arriving at St Martins Church via Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Ashton-under-Lyne and Bowness-on-Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Ashton-under-Lyne and arriving at Windermere via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The distance between Ashton-under-Lyne and Bowness-on-Windermere is 89 miles. The road distance is 86.8 miles.

How do I travel from Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car?

The best way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere bus from?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere train from?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The best way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere bus arrive?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station Night Std.

Where does the Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere train arrive?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Windermere station.

Can I drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere.

Where can I stay near Bowness-on-Windermere?

There are 3338+ hotels available in Bowness-on-Windermere.

Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermeretrain Manchester Airport - Windermere
3h 44m
£36–66
Bus, line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 555
5h 45m
£18–34
Drive 86.3 mi
1. Drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermerecar 86.3 mi
1h 30m
£21–30
Train, line 599 bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Martins Churchbus 599 / ...
3h 45m
£34–64

Ashton-under-Lyne to Bowness-on-Windermere by tram, train, and bus

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Distance: 88 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Ashton-under-Lyne, England and Bowness-on-Windermere, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermere 4 times a day. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cavendish Street to St Martins Church via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 45m.

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