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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Bowness-on-Windermere is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 10h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £45 - £70.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Promenade and arriving at St Martins Church via Arle Court Transport Hub, Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 8m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Oxenholme Lake District via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

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

The distance between Cheltenham and Bowness-on-Windermere is 201 miles. The road distance is 199.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £80 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Cheltenham to Bowness-on-Windermere, including transfers.

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

Cheltenham to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Transport Hub station.

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

Cheltenham to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Bowness-on-Windermere is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £80 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 10h 8m.

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

Cheltenham to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

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

Cheltenham to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Bowness-on-Windermere is 200 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Cheltenham to Bowness-on-Windermere.

Where can I stay near Bowness-on-Windermere?

There are 3344+ hotels available in Bowness-on-Windermere.

Cheltenham to Bowness-on-Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cheltenham to Bowness-on-Windermere by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa 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 18m
£81–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
10h 8m
£45–102
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Underpassbus Uk030
9h 6m
£50–71
Drive 198.6 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Bowness-on-Windermerecar 198.6 mi
3h 19m
£49–70

Cheltenham to Bowness-on-Windermere by train and bus

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5h 18mAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 200.3 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to St Martins Church via Birmingham New Street, Oxenholme Lake District, Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Promenade to St Martins Church via Arle Court Transport Hub, Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 8m.

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