What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Grasmere?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Grasmere is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Grasmere?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Grasmere is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Grasmere?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Grasmere. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Heaton Cooper Studio via Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Grasmere?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Grasmere. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Windermere via Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Grasmere?

The distance between Birmingham and Grasmere is 164 miles. The road distance is 164.9 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Grasmere without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Grasmere without a car is to train and line 599 bus which takes 4h 8m and costs £55 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Grasmere?

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Birmingham to Grasmere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Grasmere bus from?

Birmingham to Grasmere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Grasmere train from?

Birmingham to Grasmere train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Grasmere?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Grasmere is to bus which takes 6h 27m and costs £30 - £55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £110 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Birmingham to Grasmere bus arrive?

Birmingham to Grasmere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Grasmere train arrive?

Birmingham to Grasmere train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Grasmere?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Grasmere is 165 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Birmingham to Grasmere.

Where can I stay near Grasmere?

There are 3332+ hotels available in Grasmere.

Birmingham to Grasmere - 4 ways to travel via train, line 599 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Grasmere by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 599 bus
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to Heaton Cooper Studiobus 599 / ...
4h 8m
£55–86
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
6h 27m
£33–52
Drive 164 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Grasmerecar 164 mi
2h 52m
£41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
5h 14m
£55–108

Birmingham to Grasmere by train and bus

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Distance: 162.8 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Grasmere, England?

National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Station twice daily. Tickets cost £27–50 and the journey takes 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Heaton Cooper Studio via Manchester Piccadilly, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 5h 14m.

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