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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Bowness-on-Windermere is to bus and train which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £40 - £60.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at St Martins Church via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Windermere via Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Leicester to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The distance between Leicester and Bowness-on-Windermere is 195 miles. The road distance is 170.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Leicester to Bowness-on-Windermere, including transfers.

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

Leicester to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

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

Leicester to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The best way to get from Leicester to Bowness-on-Windermere is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 9h 21m.

Where does the Leicester to Bowness-on-Windermere bus arrive?

Leicester to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Leicester to Bowness-on-Windermere train arrive?

Leicester to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Leicester to Bowness-on-Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Bowness-on-Windermere is 170 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Leicester to Bowness-on-Windermere.

Where can I stay near Bowness-on-Windermere?

There are 3336+ hotels available in Bowness-on-Windermere.

Leicester to Bowness-on-Windermere - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Leicester to Bowness-on-Windermere by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Streettrain Leicester - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 28m
£79–126
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
2. Take the train from Bolton to Carnforthtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to St Martins Churchbus 755
8h 55m
£36–61
Drive 169.3 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Bowness-on-Windermerecar 169.3 mi
3h 9m
£42–60
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Leicester to Sheffieldtrain
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
5h 32m
£80–145
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
9h 21m
£43–97

Leicester to Bowness-on-Windermere by train and bus

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Distance: 193.6 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Leicester, England and Bowness-on-Windermere, England?

You can take a train from Leicester to St Martins Church via Birmingham New Street, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 5h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to St Martins Church via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 21m.

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