What is the cheapest way to get from Chester-le-Street to Ambleside?

The cheapest way to get from Chester-le-Street to Ambleside is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester-le-Street to Ambleside?

The fastest way to get from Chester-le-Street to Ambleside is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Chester-le-Street and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Chester-le-Street to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Chester-Le-Street and arriving at Windermere via Newcastle, Carlisle and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Chester-le-Street to Ambleside?

The distance between Chester-le-Street and Ambleside is 122 miles. The road distance is 85.2 miles.

How do I travel from Chester-le-Street to Ambleside without a car?

The best way to get from Chester-le-Street to Ambleside without a car is to train and line 555 bus which takes 4h 16m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Chester-le-Street to Ambleside?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Chester-le-Street to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester-le-Street to Ambleside train from?

Chester-le-Street to Ambleside train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.

Where does the Chester-le-Street to Ambleside train arrive?

Chester-le-Street to Ambleside train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Chester-le-Street to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester-le-Street to Ambleside is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Chester-le-Street to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3880+ hotels available in Ambleside.

Chester-le-Street to Ambleside - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 555 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Chester-le-Street to Ambleside by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 555 bus
best
1. Take the train from Chester-Le-Street to Carlisletrain Middlesbrough - Carlisle
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Salutation Hotelbus 555
4h 16m
£38–67
Drive 84.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester-le-Street to Amblesidecar 84.7 mi
1h 54m
£21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain Newcastle - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 20m
£47–92

Chester-le-Street to Ambleside by train and bus

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4h 16mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121.1 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Chester-le-Street, England and Ambleside, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Chester-Le-Street to Vicarage Road via Newcastle, Carlisle, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 4h 20m.

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