What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere is to bus which costs £13 - £28 and takes 3h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere?

The fastest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester Piccadilly Station and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester Piccadilly Station station to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Bus Rail Interchange via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester Piccadilly Station and Windermere?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Windermere. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere?

The distance between Manchester Piccadilly Station and Windermere is 82 miles. The road distance is 81.4 miles.

How long does it take to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere?

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermere takes 2h 3m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere bus from?

Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere train from?

Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere?

The best way to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £28 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere bus arrive?

Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station Night Std.

Where does the Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere train arrive?

Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Windermere station.

Can I drive from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere?

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

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Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermeretrain Manchester Airport - Windermere
2h 3m
£30–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus X8
3h 20m
£14–28
Drive 81 mi
1. Drive from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermerecar 81 mi
1h 27m
£20–29
Train via Oxenholme Lake District
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Windermeretrain Oxenholme Lake District - Windermere / ...
2h 18m
£30–58

Manchester Piccadilly Station to Windermere by train

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Distance: 81.1 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Manchester Piccadilly Station, England and Windermere, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermere 4 times a day. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Bus Rail Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station in around 3h 20m.

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