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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere is to bus and line 555 bus which costs £16 - £35 and takes 4h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £19 - £28.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at St Martins Church via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Windermere via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

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

The distance between Manchester and Bowness-on-Windermere is 83 miles. The road distance is 80 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs £16 - £35 and takes 4h 1m.

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

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

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

Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Windermere station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere.

Where can I stay near Bowness-on-Windermere?

There are 3345+ hotels available in Bowness-on-Windermere.

Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Bowness-on-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 16m
£36–61
Bus, line 555 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 Stationbus 555
4h 1m
£17–31
Drive 79.5 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermerecar 79.5 mi
1h 30m
£20–28
Train, line 599 bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Martins Churchbus 599 / ...
2h 39m
£32–57

Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere by train and bus

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2h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 82.6 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Bowness-on-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 bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to St Martins Church via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 4h 1m.

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