What is the cheapest way to get from Dundee to Ambleside?

The cheapest way to get from Dundee to Ambleside is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dundee to Ambleside?

The fastest way to get from Dundee to Ambleside is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Dundee and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Dundee to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Dundee and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Dundee to Ambleside?

The distance between Dundee and Ambleside is 213 miles. The road distance is 189.3 miles.

How do I travel from Dundee to Ambleside without a car?

The best way to get from Dundee to Ambleside without a car is to train which takes 5h 51m and costs £60 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Dundee to Ambleside?

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Dundee to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dundee to Ambleside train from?

Dundee to Ambleside train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dundee station.

Where does the Dundee to Ambleside train arrive?

Dundee to Ambleside train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Dundee to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Dundee to Ambleside is 189 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Dundee to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3886+ hotels available in Ambleside.

Dundee to Ambleside - 3 ways to travel via train, car, line 104 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penrith North Lakestrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
5h 51m
£62–128
Drive 188.2 mi
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1. Drive from Dundee to Amblesidecar 188.2 mi
3h 25m
£46–67
Train, line 104 bus, bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the train from Dundee to Carlisletrain
2. Take the bus from La Mexxaluna to Bus Stationbus 104
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X5 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Salutation Hotelbus 555
5h 54m
£57–86

Dundee to Ambleside by train and bus

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5h 51mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 211.4 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Dundee, Scotland and Ambleside, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Dundee to Salutation Hotel via Edinburgh Waverley, Penrith North Lakes, Rail Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 51m.

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