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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Windermere is to bus which costs £14 - £30 and takes 4h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Bus Rail Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Windermere via Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Windermere?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Windermere is 83 miles. The road distance is 83.3 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Windermere without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Windermere without a car is to train via Oxenholme Lake District which takes 3h 7m and costs £30 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Windermere?

It takes approximately 3h 7m to get from Greater Manchester to Windermere, including transfers.

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

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

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

Greater Manchester to Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Windermere?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Windermere is to train via Oxenholme Lake District which takes 3h 7m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £30 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Windermere bus arrive?

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

Where does the Greater Manchester to Windermere train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Windermere is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Greater Manchester to Windermere.

Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3356+ hotels available in Windermere.

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

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Train via Oxenholme Lake District
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
3h 7m
£31–60
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 Rail Interchangebus X8
4h 39m
£15–30
Drive 82.8 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Windermerecar 82.8 mi
1h 30m
£21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Windermeretrain Manchester Airport - Windermere / ...
3h 21m
£32–62

Greater Manchester to Windermere by bus and train

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Distance: 82.7 mi
Duration: 3h 7m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Oxenholme Lake District hourly. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 1h 10m. Northern Trains Limited also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Horton Road to Bus Rail Interchange via Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 4h 39m.

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