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

The cheapest way to get from Nelson to Ambleside is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nelson to Ambleside is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Nelson and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct bus from Nelson to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Selby Street and arriving at Vicarage Road via Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Nelson to Ambleside?

The distance between Nelson and Ambleside is 83 miles. The road distance is 62.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nelson to Ambleside without a car is to train and line 555 bus which takes 3h 34m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Nelson to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nelson to Ambleside bus from?

Nelson to Ambleside bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Nelson to Ambleside bus arrive?

Nelson to Ambleside bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Arrival Stand station.

Can I drive from Nelson to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Nelson to Ambleside is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Nelson to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3879+ hotels available in Ambleside.

Nelson to Ambleside - 3 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Nelson to Ambleside by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 555 bus
best
1. Take the train from Nelson to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Vicarage Roadbus 555
3h 34m
£31–54
Drive 62.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nelson to Amblesidecar 62.4 mi
1h 23m
£15–22
Line 152 bus, bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arrival Standbus 152
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 40 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 555
6h 42m

Nelson to Ambleside by train and bus

115Weekly Services

3h 34mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 82.8 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

What companies run services between Nelson, Lancashire, England and Ambleside, Cumbria, England?

You can take a bus from Selby Street to Vicarage Road via Bus Station, Arrival Stand, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 42m.

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