What is the cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere is to Airport Transfer which costs £16 - £21 and takes 5h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere?

The fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere is to Airport Transfer which takes 5h 7m and costs £16 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) station to Windermere. However, there are services departing from South Terminal Bus Station and arriving at Bus Rail Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 4m.

Is there a direct train between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Windermere via Victoria station, London Euston and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere?

The distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Windermere is 525 miles. The road distance is 297.8 miles.

How do I travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere without a car?

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs £110 - £200.

How long does it take to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere bus from?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from South Terminal Bus Station.

Where do I catch the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere train from?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere train services, operated by Southern, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere?

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs £110 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £150 and takes 11h 4m.

Where does the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere bus arrive?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere train arrive?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere is 298 miles. It takes approximately 5h 7m to drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere.

How do I get a train ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere?

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3335+ hotels available in Windermere.

Can I share a ride from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Windermere. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere - 10 ways to travel via train

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There are 10 ways to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere by plane, train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Fly London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
best
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LGW - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
5h 50m
£106–221
Airport Transfer
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London Gatwick-LGW to Windermererideshare 296.1 mi
5h 7m
£16–21
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 29m
£109–361
Train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 5m
£110–196
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Manchester Airportbus Uk980
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
9h 2m
£58–109
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 44m
£115–370
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 3m
£143–317
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Bridgetrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 31m
£163–424
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus X8
11h 4m
£61–142
Drive 296.1 mi
1. Drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermerecar 296.1 mi
5h 7m
£72–104

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Windermere by train and subway

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Distance: 521.7 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between London Gatwick Airport (LGW), England and Windermere, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Windermere via London Victoria, Victoria station, Euston station, London Euston, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 6h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 11h 4m.

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