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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Elterwater is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h.

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 2h and costs £21 - £35.

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 Preston and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Leeds to Elterwater?

The distance between Leeds and Elterwater is 120 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 which takes 3h 41m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Leeds to Elterwater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Elterwater train from?

Leeds to Elterwater train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Leeds station.

Where does the Leeds to Elterwater train arrive?

Leeds to Elterwater train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Leeds to Elterwater?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Elterwater is 86 miles. It takes approximately 2h to drive from Leeds to Elterwater.

Where can I stay near Elterwater?

There are 3847+ hotels available in Elterwater.

Leeds to Elterwater - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 516 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Leeds to Elterwater by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Prestontrain Leeds - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 41m
£53–90
Drive 86 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Leeds to Elterwatercar 86 mi
2h
£22–32
Train, bus, line 516 bus
1. Take the train from Leeds to Carnforthtrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 555 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Britannia Innbus 516
5h 18m
£27–43

Leeds to Elterwater by train and bus

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5h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 119 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

You can take a train from Leeds to Elterwater via Preston, Oxenholme Lake District, and Windermere in around 3h 41m.

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