What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere is to bus and line 555 bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 5h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Bowness-on-Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at St Martins Church via Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Bowness-on-Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Windermere via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Bowness-on-Windermere is 85 miles. The road distance is 81.7 miles.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere bus from?

Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere train from?

Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station Night Std.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Windermere station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere.

Where can I stay near Bowness-on-Windermere?

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Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train

Q: How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere?

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere, including transfers.

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There are 4 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Windermeretrain Manchester Airport - Windermere / ...
3h 34m
£35–65
Bus, line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 555
5h 26m
£18–34
Drive 81.3 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermerecar 81.3 mi
1h 33m
£20–29
Train, line 599 bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Martins Churchbus 599 / ...
3h 35m
£33–58

Greater Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere by bus and train

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Distance: 84.5 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Bowness-on-Windermere, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Windermere 4 times a day. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 2h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Horton Road to St Martins Church via Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 26m.

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