What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Augustus to Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Augustus to Windermere is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 11h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Augustus to Windermere?

The fastest way to get from Fort Augustus to Windermere is to drive which takes 5h 15m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Augustus and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort Augustus to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Fort Augustus and arriving at Beech Street via Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, La Mexxaluna and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Fort Augustus and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Fort Augustus to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Spean Bridge and arriving at Windermere via Glasgow Central and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

How far is it from Fort Augustus to Windermere?

The distance between Fort Augustus and Windermere is 292 miles. The road distance is 274.9 miles.

How do I travel from Fort Augustus to Windermere without a car?

The best way to get from Fort Augustus to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 8h 37m and costs £90 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Fort Augustus to Windermere?

It takes approximately 8h 37m to get from Fort Augustus to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort Augustus to Windermere bus from?

Fort Augustus to Windermere bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Fort Augustus station.

Where do I catch the Fort Augustus to Windermere train from?

Fort Augustus to Windermere train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Spean Bridge station.

Train or bus from Fort Augustus to Windermere?

The best way to get from Fort Augustus to Windermere is to train which takes 8h 37m and costs £90 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 11h 28m.

Where does the Fort Augustus to Windermere bus arrive?

Fort Augustus to Windermere bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Fort William Bus Station.

Where does the Fort Augustus to Windermere train arrive?

Fort Augustus to Windermere train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Fort Augustus to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Augustus to Windermere is 275 miles. It takes approximately 5h 15m to drive from Fort Augustus to Windermere.

Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3316+ hotels available in Windermere.

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There are 5 ways to get from Fort Augustus to Windermere by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Spean Bridge to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Mallaig - Glasgow Queen Street
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
8h 37m
£94–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fort Augustus to Fort William Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 915
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Beech Streetbus 508
11h 28m
£34–48
Drive 273.3 mi
1. Drive from Fort Augustus to Windermerecar 273.3 mi
5h 15m
£68–99
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Fort Augustus to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 53m
£123–293
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Fort Augustus to Inverness Union Streetbus
2. Take the train from Inverness to Carlisletrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Beech Streetbus 508
12h 3m
£78–155

Fort Augustus to Windermere by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 290 mi
Duration: 8h 37m

What companies run services between Fort Augustus, Scotland and Windermere, England?

You can take a bus from Fort Augustus Abertarff Place to Windermere via Spean Bridge, Spean Bridge, Glasgow Queen Street, Glasgow Central, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 8h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fort Augustus to Beech Street via Bus Station, Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, La Mexxaluna, and Bus Station in around 11h 28m.

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