What is the cheapest way to get from Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere is to bus which costs £13 - £22 and takes 3h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The fastest way to get from Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Gretna Green and Bowness-on-Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Gretna Green station to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at Fold Head via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Gretna Green and Bowness-on-Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Gretna Green and arriving at Windermere via Carlisle and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The distance between Gretna Green and Bowness-on-Windermere is 71 miles. The road distance is 56 miles.

How do I travel from Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car?

The best way to get from Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £28 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere?

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere bus from?

Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere train from?

Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The best way to get from Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere is to train which takes 2h 24m and costs £28 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £22 and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere bus arrive?

Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Fold Head station.

Where does the Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere train arrive?

Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.

Can I drive from Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere.

Where can I stay near Bowness-on-Windermere?

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Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Windermeretrain Oxenholme Lake District - Windermere / ...
2h 24m
£28–49
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Fold Headbus 508
3h 26m
£13–22
Drive 55.7 mi
1. Drive from Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermerecar 55.7 mi
1h 5m
£14–20
Line 382 bus, line 104 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Stormont Terrace to STAND A - English Streetbus 382
2. Take the bus from La Mexxaluna to Bus Stationbus 104
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Fold Headbus 508
4h 21m

Gretna Green to Bowness-on-Windermere by train and bus

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2h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 70.9 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Gretna Green, Scotland and Bowness-on-Windermere, England?

You can take a train from Gretna Green to St Martins Church via Carlisle, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 2h 24m. Alternatively, Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire operates a bus from Rail Station to Fold Head every 4 hours. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 38m.

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