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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Windermere is to train and bus which costs £24 - £40 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Windermere via Warrington Bank Quay and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Chester to Windermere?

The distance between Chester and Windermere is 95 miles. The road distance is 101.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 3h 7m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Chester to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Windermere train from?

Chester to Windermere train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.

Where does the Chester to Windermere train arrive?

Chester to Windermere train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Chester to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Windermere is 102 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Chester to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

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Chester to Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Chester to Windermere by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Chester - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 7m
£31–53
Drive 101.3 mi
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1. Drive from Chester to Windermerecar 101.3 mi
1h 49m
£25–37
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Lancastertrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus X8
3h 29m
£25–40
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Chester to Liverpool Central Loop Linetrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Windermeretrain
4h 42m
£36–70

Chester to Windermere by train

112Weekly Trains

3h 7mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 94.6 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Windermere via Warrington Bank Quay and Oxenholme Lake District in around 3h 7m.

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