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

The cheapest way to get from Grantham to Ambleside is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grantham to Ambleside is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Grantham and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Grantham to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Grantham and arriving at Windermere via Doncaster, Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Grantham to Ambleside?

The distance between Grantham and Ambleside is 198 miles. The road distance is 165 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grantham to Ambleside without a car is to train via Doncaster which takes 6h 1m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Grantham to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grantham to Ambleside train from?

Grantham to Ambleside train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Grantham station.

Where does the Grantham to Ambleside train arrive?

Grantham to Ambleside train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Grantham to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Grantham to Ambleside is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Grantham to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3888+ hotels available in Ambleside.

Grantham to Ambleside - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Grantham to Ambleside by train or car

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Train via Doncaster
best
1. Take the train from Grantham to Doncastertrain
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 1m
£67–134
Drive 164.1 mi
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1. Drive from Grantham to Amblesidecar 164.1 mi
3h 14m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Grantham to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermeretrain Manchester Airport - Windermere
6h 6m
£88–143
Train #2
1. Take the train from Grantham to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 10m
£86–141

Grantham to Ambleside by train and bus

112Weekly Services

6h 1mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 196.9 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

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

You can take a train from Grantham to Vicarage Road via Doncaster, Manchester Piccadilly, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 6h 1m.

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