What is the cheapest way to get from Leeds to Elterwater?

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Elterwater is to bus which costs £19 - £30 and takes 7h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Leeds to Elterwater?

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Elterwater is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Elterwater?

No, there is no direct bus from Leeds station to Elterwater. However, there are services departing from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and arriving at The Britannia Inn via Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Rail Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Elterwater?

No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Elterwater. However, there are services departing from Leeds and arriving at Windermere via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Leeds to Elterwater?

The distance between Leeds and Elterwater is 123 miles. The road distance is 86.5 miles.

How do I travel from Leeds to Elterwater without a car?

The best way to get from Leeds to Elterwater without a car is to train and line 516 bus which takes 5h 17m and costs £35 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Leeds to Elterwater?

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Leeds to Elterwater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Elterwater bus from?

Leeds to Elterwater bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Elterwater train from?

Leeds to Elterwater train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Leeds station.

Train or bus from Leeds to Elterwater?

The best way to get from Leeds to Elterwater is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £30 and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Leeds to Elterwater bus arrive?

Leeds to Elterwater bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Leeds to Elterwater train arrive?

Leeds to Elterwater train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Leeds to Elterwater?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Elterwater is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Leeds to Elterwater.

Where can I stay near Elterwater?

There are 3842+ hotels available in Elterwater.

Leeds to Elterwater - 5 ways to travel via train, line 516 bus, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Leeds to Elterwater by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 516 bus
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to The Britannia Innbus 516
5h 17m
£37–71
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus X8
7h 19m
£19–30
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leeds to Carnforthtrain Leeds - Morecambe / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bowness Pierbus 755
5h 35m
£27–44
Drive 86 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Elterwatercar 86 mi
1h 59m
£22–31
Train
1. Take the train from Leeds to Manchester Victoriatrain Leeds - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Windermeretrain Manchester Victoria - Windermere
5h 29m
£45–81

Leeds to Elterwater by train and bus

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Distance: 122.7 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Leeds, England and Elterwater, England?

You can take a train from Leeds to The Britannia Inn via Manchester Victoria, Windermere, Bus Rail Interchange, Pier, and Waterhead Inn for Pier in around 5h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to The Britannia Inn via Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 7h 19m.

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