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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Hawkshead is to bus and line 555 bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 7h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Hawkshead is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Hawkshead?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Hawkshead. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Tourist Information Centre via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Hawkshead?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Hawkshead. 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 6h 8m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Hawkshead?

The distance between Birmingham and Hawkshead is 160 miles. The road distance is 163.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Hawkshead without a car is to bus and line 555 bus which takes 7h 41m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Birmingham to Hawkshead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Hawkshead bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Hawkshead train from?

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

Train or bus from Birmingham to Hawkshead?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Hawkshead is to bus and line 555 bus which takes 7h 41m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £130 and takes 6h 8m.

Where does the Birmingham to Hawkshead bus arrive?

Birmingham to Hawkshead bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station Night Std.

Where does the Birmingham to Hawkshead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham to Hawkshead?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Hawkshead is 164 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Birmingham to Hawkshead.

Where can I stay near Hawkshead?

There are 3375+ hotels available in Hawkshead.

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

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Train, car ferry
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the car ferry from Ferry Nab to Far Sawreycarferry
3h 47m
Bus, line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 555
7h 41m
£34–71
Drive 162.6 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Hawksheadcar 162.6 mi
2h 55m
£40–58
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 / ...
6h 8m
£65–128

Birmingham to Hawkshead by bus

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Distance: 159.5 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Hawkshead, Cumbria, England?

You can take a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Tourist Information Centre via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 7h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Tourist Information Centre via Manchester Piccadilly, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Thwaite Lane in around 6h 8m.

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