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

The cheapest way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Glasgow is to bus which costs £17 - £25 and takes 5h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Glasgow is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £30 - £50.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Bowness-on-Windermere to Glasgow station. However, there are services departing from car park and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via Bus Station and Halston Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Bowness-on-Windermere and Glasgow?

No, there is no direct train from Bowness-on-Windermere to Glasgow. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Glasgow Central via Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

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

The distance between Bowness-on-Windermere and Glasgow is 190 miles. The road distance is 140.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Glasgow without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 32m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Glasgow, including transfers.

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

Bowness-on-Windermere to Glasgow bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from car park station.

Where do I catch the Bowness-on-Windermere to Glasgow train from?

Bowness-on-Windermere to Glasgow train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Train or bus from Bowness-on-Windermere to Glasgow?

The best way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Glasgow is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £25 and takes 5h 27m.

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

Bowness-on-Windermere to Glasgow bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Bowness-on-Windermere to Glasgow train arrive?

Bowness-on-Windermere to Glasgow train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Bowness-on-Windermere to Glasgow is 140 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Bowness-on-Windermere to Glasgow.

Where can I stay near Glasgow?

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Bowness-on-Windermere to Glasgow - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Glasgow by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from car park to Rail Stationbus 508
2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 32m
£43–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from car park to Bus Stationbus 508
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn31
5h 27m
£17–25
Train
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 38m
£57–106
Drive 139.5 mi
1. Drive from Bowness-on-Windermere to Glasgowcar 139.5 mi
2h 31m
£34–49

Bowness-on-Windermere to Glasgow by bus and train

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Distance: 189.1 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between Bowness-on-Windermere, England and Glasgow, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Oxenholme Lake District to Glasgow Central hourly. Tickets cost £50–90 and the journey takes 1h 56m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from car park to Buchanan Bus Station via Bus Station, STAND A - English Street, and Halston Hotel in around 5h 27m.

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