Rome2Rio

How to get fromChester to Amblesideby train, bus, or car

Find Transport to Ambleside

See all options

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Train, line 555 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain train London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
    2. Take the bus from Bus Station to bus interchangebus bus 555 / ...
    3h 41m
    £34–52

  2. Drive  106.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Chester to Amblesidecar car 106.2 mi
    1h 58m
    £27–38

  3. Train, line 555 bus via Manchester

    1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Piccadillytrain train
    2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain train
    3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Vicarage Roadbus bus 555
    4h 42m
    £39–75

Chester to Ambleside by train and bus

Calendar141Weekly Services
Duration3h 41mAverage Duration
Ticket£34Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Chester to Ambleside.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 100.6 mi
  • Duration: 3h 41m

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

There is no direct connection from Chester to Ambleside. However, you can take the train to Warrington Bank Quay, take the train to Oxenholme Lake District, walk to Station, take the bus to Bus Station, then take the line 555 bus to bus interchange. Alternatively, you can drive from Chester to Ambleside in around 1h 58m.

Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides