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 £30 - £45 and takes 8h 51m.

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 Beech Street via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, La Mexxaluna and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

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 Glenrothes with Thornton and arriving at Windermere via Haymarket and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Glenrothes to Windermere?

The distance between Glenrothes and Windermere is 194 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 train which takes 5h 41m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m 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 Glenrothes with Thornton station.

Train or bus from Glenrothes to Windermere?

The best way to get from Glenrothes to Windermere is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 8h 51m.

Where does the Glenrothes to Windermere bus arrive?

Glenrothes to Windermere bus services, operated by Stagecoach East Scotland, arrive at North Approach Road 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 3345+ hotels available in Windermere.

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There are 5 ways to get from Glenrothes to Windermere by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glenrothes with Thornton to Haymarkettrain Leven - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
5h 41m
£69–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to North Approach Roadbus X24
2. Take the bus from North Approach Road to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X24 / ...
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Beech Streetbus 508
8h 51m
£30–45
Train, bus via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Kirkcaldy to Carlisletrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Beech Streetbus 508
7h 7m
£53–79
Drive 167.4 mi
1. Drive from Glenrothes to Windermerecar 167.4 mi
3h 4m
£41–59
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Glenrothes with Thornton to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penrith North Lakestrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Beech Streetbus 508
7h 19m
£59–107

Glenrothes to Windermere by bus and train

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Distance: 192.6 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Auchmuty Road to Windermere via Railway Station, Glenrothes with Thornton, Haymarket, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Beech Street via North Approach Road, Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, La Mexxaluna, and Bus Station in around 8h 51m.

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