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

The cheapest way to get from Glenrothes to Windermere is to bus which costs £45 - £70 and takes 9h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glenrothes to Windermere is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Glenrothes and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Glenrothes station to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Thwaite Lane via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Glenrothes and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Glenrothes to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Ladybank and arriving at Windermere via Haymarket and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Glenrothes to Windermere?

The distance between Glenrothes and Windermere is 196 miles. The road distance is 168.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glenrothes to Windermere without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 30m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Glenrothes to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glenrothes to Windermere bus from?

Glenrothes to Windermere bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Glenrothes to Windermere train from?

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

Train or bus from Glenrothes to Windermere?

The best way to get from Glenrothes to Windermere is to bus which takes 9h 49m and costs £45 - £70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Glenrothes to Windermere bus arrive?

Glenrothes to Windermere bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Glenrothes to Windermere train arrive?

Glenrothes to Windermere train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Glenrothes to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Glenrothes to Windermere is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Glenrothes to Windermere.

Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3323+ hotels available in Windermere.

Glenrothes to Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X59a / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
5h 30m
£51–97
Drive 167.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Glenrothes to Windermerecar 167.4 mi
3h 4m
£42–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181 / ...
9h 49m
£45–67
Train
1. Take the train from Ladybank to Haymarkettrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
5h 33m
£60–117

Glenrothes to Windermere by bus and train

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Distance: 194.5 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Thwaite Lane via Buchanan Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Windermere via Pitlessie Road, Ladybank, Haymarket, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 5h 33m.

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