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

The cheapest way to get from Gateshead to Ambleside is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gateshead to Ambleside is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Gateshead and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Gateshead to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Newcastle and arriving at Windermere via Carlisle and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Gateshead to Ambleside?

The distance between Gateshead and Ambleside is 114 miles. The road distance is 87.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateshead to Ambleside without a car is to train and bus and line 555 bus which takes 3h 45m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Gateshead to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gateshead to Ambleside train from?

Gateshead to Ambleside train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.

Where does the Gateshead to Ambleside train arrive?

Gateshead to Ambleside train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Gateshead to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateshead to Ambleside is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Gateshead to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3886+ hotels available in Ambleside.

Gateshead to Ambleside - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 555 bus, and car

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

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Train, bus, line 555 bus
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X5 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Salutation Hotelbus 555
3h 45m
£32–61
Drive 87.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gateshead to Amblesidecar 87.1 mi
1h 48m
£22–31
Train
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain Newcastle - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 46m
£45–89

Gateshead to Ambleside by train and bus

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3h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 113.1 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Gateshead, England and Ambleside, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Newcastle to Vicarage Road via Carlisle, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 3h 46m.

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