What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Ambleside?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Ambleside is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Ambleside?

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Ambleside is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Windermere via Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Manchester to Ambleside?

The distance between Manchester and Ambleside is 86 miles. The road distance is 86.7 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester to Ambleside without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester to Ambleside without a car is to train via Oxenholme Lake District which takes 2h 44m and costs £26 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Manchester to Ambleside?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Manchester to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Ambleside train from?

Manchester to Ambleside train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Where does the Manchester to Ambleside train arrive?

Manchester to Ambleside train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Ambleside is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Manchester to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3847+ hotels available in Ambleside.

Manchester to Ambleside - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Manchester to Ambleside by train or car

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Train via Oxenholme Lake District
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2h 44m
£27–52
Drive 86.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Amblesidecar 86.2 mi
1h 37m
£22–31
Train
1. Take the train from Deansgate to Windermeretrain Manchester Airport - Windermere
2h 46m
£29–51

Manchester to Ambleside by train and bus

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2h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 85.5 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Ambleside, Cumbria, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Oxenholme Lake District hourly. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Northern Trains Limited also services this route 4 times a day.

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