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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Lakes is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Lakes is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Lakes?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Lakes. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Foulstep crossroads via Bus Station, Bus Rail Interchange and bus interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Lakes?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Lakes. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Windermere via Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Lakes?

The distance between Birmingham and Lakes is 162 miles. The road distance is 162.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Lakes without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £55 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Birmingham to Lakes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Lakes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Lakes train from?

Birmingham to Lakes train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Lakes?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Lakes is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £55 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Birmingham to Lakes bus arrive?

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

Where does the Birmingham to Lakes train arrive?

Birmingham to Lakes train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Lakes?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Lakes is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Birmingham to Lakes.

Where can I stay near Lakes?

There are 3330+ hotels available in Lakes.

Birmingham to Lakes - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 40m
£58–89
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 Rail Interchangebus X8
7h 10m
£32–47
Drive 161.9 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Lakescar 161.9 mi
2h 47m
£41–59
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermeretrain Manchester Airport - Windermere
5h 52m
£61–109

Birmingham to Lakes by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 161.3 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake District every 3 hours. Tickets cost £45–80 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Lakes via Bus Station, Bus Rail Interchange, bus interchange, and Foulstep crossroads in around 7h 10m.

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