What is the cheapest way to get from Bolton to Ambleside?

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Ambleside is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bolton to Ambleside?

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Ambleside is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Windermere via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Bolton to Ambleside?

The distance between Bolton and Ambleside is 76 miles. The road distance is 73.5 miles.

How do I travel from Bolton to Ambleside without a car?

The best way to get from Bolton to Ambleside without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £30 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Bolton to Ambleside?

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Bolton to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Ambleside train from?

Bolton to Ambleside train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bolton station.

Where does the Bolton to Ambleside train arrive?

Bolton to Ambleside train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Windermere station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Ambleside is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Bolton to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3888+ hotels available in Ambleside.

Bolton to Ambleside - 4 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bolton to Ambleside by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Windermeretrain Manchester Airport - Windermere / ...
2h 13m
£31–53
Drive 73.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bolton to Amblesidecar 73.1 mi
1h 25m
£18–26
Train, line 555 bus
1. Take the train from Bolton to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Vicarage Roadbus 555
2h 40m
£28–48
Train, line 599 bus
1. Take the train from Bolton to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to Vicarage Roadbus 599 / ...
2h 29m
£29–53

Bolton to Ambleside by train and bus

22Weekly Services

2h 13mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 75.2 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Bolton, England and Ambleside, Cumbria, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Bolton to Windermere 3 times a day. Tickets cost £28–50 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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