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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Bowness-on-Windermere is to line 104 bus and bus which costs £6 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £10 - £15.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at Fold Head via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Windermere via Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

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

The distance between Carlisle and Bowness-on-Windermere is 62 miles. The road distance is 43 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £24 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 1h 51m to get from Carlisle to Bowness-on-Windermere, including transfers.

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

Carlisle to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Rail Station.

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

Carlisle to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Bowness-on-Windermere is to train which takes 1h 51m and costs £24 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £14 and takes 2h 51m.

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

Carlisle to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Fold Head station.

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

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

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

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Bowness-on-Windermere is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Carlisle to Bowness-on-Windermere.

Where can I stay near Bowness-on-Windermere?

There are 3339+ hotels available in Bowness-on-Windermere.

Carlisle to Bowness-on-Windermere - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Carlisle to Bowness-on-Windermere by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Windermeretrain Oxenholme Lake District - Windermere / ...
1h 51m
£25–41
Line 104 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from La Mexxaluna to Bus Stationbus 104
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Fold Headbus 508
3h 13m
£6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Fold Headbus 508
2h 51m
£9–14
Drive 42.8 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Bowness-on-Windermerecar 42.8 mi
1h 1m
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlisle to Bowness-on-Windermeretaxi 42.8 mi
1h 1m
£100–120

Carlisle to Bowness-on-Windermere by train and bus

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1h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 61.2 mi
Duration: 1h 51m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to St Martins Church via Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 1h 51m. Alternatively, Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire operates a bus from Rail Station to Fold Head every 4 hours. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 38m.

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