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

The cheapest way to get from Leeds to Windermere is to bus which costs £19 - £30 and takes 5h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leeds to Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Leeds and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Leeds station to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and arriving at Bus Rail Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Leeds and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Leeds to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Leeds and arriving at Windermere via Preston and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 26m.

How far is it from Leeds to Windermere?

The distance between Leeds and Windermere is 112 miles. The road distance is 78.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leeds to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 26m to get from Leeds to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leeds to Windermere bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Leeds to Windermere train from?

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

Train or bus from Leeds to Windermere?

The best way to get from Leeds to Windermere is to train which takes 3h 26m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £30 and takes 5h 29m.

Where does the Leeds to Windermere bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leeds to Windermere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leeds to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Leeds to Windermere is 79 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Leeds to Windermere.

How do I get a train ticket from Leeds to Windermere?

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

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Leeds to Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leeds to Prestontrain York - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 26m
£34–67
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
5h 29m
£19–29
Drive 78.1 mi
1. Drive from Leeds to Windermerecar 78.1 mi
1h 47m
£20–28
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leeds to Carnforthtrain Leeds - Morecambe / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 555 / ...
4h 4m
£27–44

Leeds to Windermere by train

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Distance: 110.9 mi
Duration: 3h 26m

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

You can take a train from Leeds to Windermere via Preston and Oxenholme Lake District in around 3h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Bus Rail Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station in around 5h 29m.

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