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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Windermere is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 5h 49m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Bus Rail Interchange via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Windermere via Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Windermere?

The distance between Birmingham and Windermere is 154 miles. The road distance is 156.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £55 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Birmingham to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Windermere bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Windermere train from?

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

Train or bus from Birmingham to Windermere?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Windermere is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 5h 49m.

Where does the Birmingham to Windermere bus arrive?

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

Where does the Birmingham to Windermere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Windermere is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Birmingham to Windermere.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Windermere?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Windermere?

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Windermere 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 / ...
3h 19m
£55–91
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
5h 49m
£31–68
Drive 155.8 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Windermerecar 155.8 mi
2h 35m
£38–55
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 Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h 24m
£62–125

Birmingham to Windermere by train

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Distance: 152.8 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake District every 3 hours. Tickets cost £50–85 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Rail Interchange via Bus Station in around 5h 49m.

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