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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at St Mary's Church via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Windermere via Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Windermere?

The distance between Carlisle and Windermere is 60 miles. The road distance is 42.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £21 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Carlisle to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Windermere bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Windermere train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Windermere?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Windermere is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £21 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs £11 - £18 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Carlisle to Windermere bus arrive?

Carlisle to Windermere bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Windermere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Windermere is 42 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Carlisle to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

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Carlisle to Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 555 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlisle to 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 38m
£22–36
Bus, line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Mary's Churchbus 555
2h 52m
£11–18
Drive 42 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Windermerecar 42 mi
1h
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlisle to Windermeretaxi 42 mi
1h
£95–120

Carlisle to Windermere by train

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1h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 59.8 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Windermere via Oxenholme Lake District in around 1h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carlisle to St Mary's Church via Penrith North Lakes, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 2h 52m.

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