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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Windermere is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Windermere is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Rail Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Windermere via Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

How far is it from Bristol to Windermere?

The distance between Bristol and Windermere is 244 miles. The road distance is 239.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Windermere without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 43m and costs £100 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Bristol to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Windermere bus from?

Bristol to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Windermere train from?

Bristol to Windermere train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Windermere?

The best way to get from Bristol to Windermere is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 43m and costs £100 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Bristol to Windermere bus arrive?

Bristol to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bristol to Windermere train arrive?

Bristol to Windermere train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Windermere is 239 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Bristol to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 43m
£103–160
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Windermeretrain Manchester Victoria - Windermere
6h 53m
£48–90
Drive 237.9 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Windermerecar 237.9 mi
3h 53m
£58–84
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
5h 47m
£122–192
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus X8
8h 49m
£48–114

Bristol to Windermere by train

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Distance: 242.2 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

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

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Windermere via Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District in around 5h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 8h 49m.

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