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

The cheapest way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Sunderland is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Sunderland is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £21 - £35.

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

No, there is no direct train from Bowness-on-Windermere to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Sunderland via Oxenholme Lake District and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

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

The distance between Bowness-on-Windermere and Sunderland is 134 miles. The road distance is 90 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Sunderland, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Bowness-on-Windermere to Sunderland is 90 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Bowness-on-Windermere to Sunderland.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1975+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Bowness-on-Windermere to Sunderland - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Bowness-on-Windermere to Sunderland by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Carlisletrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
5h 1m
£53–96
Drive 89.5 mi
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1. Drive from Bowness-on-Windermere to Sunderlandcar 89.5 mi
1h 55m
£22–32
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from car park to Bus Stationbus 508
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
5h 20m
£34–61

Bowness-on-Windermere to Sunderland by bus and train

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5h 1mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 133.6 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a bus from St Martins Church to Sunderland via Bus Rail Interchange, Windermere, Oxenholme Lake District, and Carlisle in around 5h 1m.

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