What is the cheapest way to get from Melksham to Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Windermere is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 11h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Melksham to Windermere?

The fastest way to get from Melksham to Windermere is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Melksham and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Melksham to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Bus Rail Interchange via Bath Abbey, Bus Station, Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Melksham and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Melksham to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Melksham and arriving at Windermere via Cheltenham Spa, Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

How far is it from Melksham to Windermere?

The distance between Melksham and Windermere is 266 miles. The road distance is 246.4 miles.

How do I travel from Melksham to Windermere without a car?

The best way to get from Melksham to Windermere without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 55m and costs £95 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Melksham to Windermere?

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Melksham to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Windermere bus from?

Melksham to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Windermere train from?

Melksham to Windermere train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Melksham station.

Train or bus from Melksham to Windermere?

The best way to get from Melksham to Windermere is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 55m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 11h 33m.

Where does the Melksham to Windermere bus arrive?

Melksham to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Melksham to Windermere train arrive?

Melksham to Windermere train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.

Can I drive from Melksham to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Melksham to Windermere is 246 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Melksham to Windermere.

How do I get a train ticket from Melksham to Windermere?

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Melksham to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 55m
£96–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
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 33m
£40–68
Drive 245 mi
1. Drive from Melksham to Windermerecar 245 mi
4h 15m
£61–88
Train
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
9h 11m
£93–172

Melksham to Windermere by train

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Distance: 264 mi
Duration: 6h 55m

What companies run services between Melksham, Wiltshire, England and Windermere, England?

You can take a train from Melksham to Windermere via Cheltenham Spa, Birmingham New Street, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 6h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Bus Rail Interchange via Grand Parade, Bath Abbey, Ambury, Bus Station, Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 11h 33m.

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