What is the cheapest way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Ambleside?

The cheapest way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Ambleside is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 12 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Ambleside?

The fastest way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Ambleside is to taxi which takes 12 min and costs £15 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Bowness-on-Windermere and Ambleside?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St Martins Church and arriving at Vicarage Road. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

Is there a direct ferry between Bowness-on-Windermere and Ambleside?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Bowness-on-Windermere and arriving at Ambleside. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Bowness-on-Windermere to Ambleside?

The distance between Bowness-on-Windermere and Ambleside is 5 miles. The road distance is 6 miles.

How do I travel from Bowness-on-Windermere to Ambleside without a car?

The best way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Ambleside without a car is to ferry which takes 30 min and costs £7.

How long does it take to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Ambleside?

The ferry from Bowness-on-Windermere to Ambleside takes 30 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bowness-on-Windermere to Ambleside bus from?

Bowness-on-Windermere to Ambleside bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from St Martins Church station.

Where does the Bowness-on-Windermere to Ambleside bus arrive?

Bowness-on-Windermere to Ambleside bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Vicarage Road station.

Can I drive from Bowness-on-Windermere to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Bowness-on-Windermere to Ambleside is 6 miles. It takes approximately 12 min to drive from Bowness-on-Windermere to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3876+ hotels available in Ambleside.

Bowness-on-Windermere to Ambleside - 4 ways to travel via ferry

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There are 4 ways to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Ambleside by ferry, bus, taxi, or car

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Bowness-on-Windermere to Amblesideferry Red Cruise
30 min
£7
Drive 6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bowness-on-Windermere to Amblesidecar 6 mi
12 min
£2–3
Line 599 bus
1. Take the bus from St Martins Church to Vicarage Roadbus 599 / ...
37 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bowness-on-Windermere to Amblesidetaxi 6 mi
12 min
£15–19

Bowness-on-Windermere to Ambleside by ferry

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Distance: 4.7 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Bowness-on-Windermere, England and Ambleside, Cumbria, England?

Windermere Lake Cruises operates a ferry from Bowness-on-Windermere to Ambleside hourly. Tickets cost £7 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire operates a bus from St Martins Church to Vicarage Road every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 37 min.

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