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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Windermere is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Windermere via Carlisle and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Windermere?

The distance between Dumfries and Windermere is 93 miles. The road distance is 78.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Dumfries to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Windermere train from?

Dumfries to Windermere train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.

Where does the Dumfries to Windermere train arrive?

Dumfries to Windermere train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Windermere is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Dumfries to Windermere.

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

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3317+ hotels available in Windermere.

Dumfries to Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 555 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
3. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Windermeretrain
2h 35m
£35–62
Train, bus, line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Penrith North Lakestrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X5 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Mary's Churchbus 555
4h 28m
£20–33
Drive 78 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Windermerecar 78 mi
1h 31m
£20–28
Line 381 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Court to Crown Innbus 381
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 17m

Dumfries to Windermere by train

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2h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 92.8 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Windermere, England?

You can take a train from Dumfries to Windermere via Carlisle and Oxenholme Lake District in around 2h 35m.

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