What is the cheapest way to get from Castle Donington to Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from Castle Donington to Windermere is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Castle Donington to Windermere?

The fastest way to get from Castle Donington to Windermere is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Castle Donington and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Castle Donington to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Windermere via Crewe and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Castle Donington to Windermere?

The distance between Castle Donington and Windermere is 161 miles. The road distance is 156.2 miles.

How do I travel from Castle Donington to Windermere without a car?

The best way to get from Castle Donington to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £55 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Castle Donington to Windermere?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Castle Donington to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Castle Donington to Windermere train from?

Castle Donington to Windermere train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.

Where does the Castle Donington to Windermere train arrive?

Castle Donington to Windermere train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Castle Donington to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Castle Donington to Windermere is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Castle Donington to Windermere.

Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3324+ hotels available in Windermere.

Castle Donington to Windermere - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Castle Donington to Windermere by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 50m
£57–94
Drive 155.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Castle Donington to Windermerecar 155.3 mi
2h 36m
£40–57
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus Sky
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Interchangebus 6.1
3. Take the bus from Interchange to Market Placebus Tp
4. Take the bus from Market Place to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 199
5. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Windermeretrain
9h 30m
£45–79

Castle Donington to Windermere by bus and train

80Weekly Services

5h 50mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160.4 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Castle Donington, England and Windermere, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Windermere via Railway Station, Derby, Crewe, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 5h 50m.

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