What is the cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 7h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk and Bowness-on-Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from St Andrew`s Church and arriving at Fold Head via Buchanan Bus Station, La Mexxaluna and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Bowness-on-Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Windermere via Haymarket and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The distance between Falkirk and Bowness-on-Windermere is 186 miles. The road distance is 146.3 miles.

How do I travel from Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs £65 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere bus from?

Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from St Andrew`s Church station.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere train from?

Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Haymarket station.

Train or bus from Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere bus arrive?

Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere train arrive?

Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.

Can I drive from Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere.

Where can I stay near Bowness-on-Windermere?

There are 3342+ hotels available in Bowness-on-Windermere.

Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 41m
£65–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Fold Headbus 508
7h 50m
£22–33
Drive 145.5 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermerecar 145.5 mi
2h 47m
£36–52
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Carlisletrain Inverness - London Euston
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Fold Headbus 508
5h 37m
£47–75
Train, bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to St Martins Churchbus 508
5h 40m
£51–97

Falkirk to Bowness-on-Windermere by train and bus

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Distance: 184.9 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Falkirk, Scotland and Bowness-on-Windermere, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Haymarket to Oxenholme Lake District every 4 hours. Tickets cost £50–95 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Avanti West Coast also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Andrew`s Church to Fold Head via Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, La Mexxaluna, and Bus Station in around 7h 50m.

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