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

The cheapest way to get from Northampton to Ambleside is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 7h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Northampton to Ambleside is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Northampton and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct bus from Northampton to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Northampton Town Centre and arriving at Salutation Hotel via Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Northampton and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Northampton to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Northampton and arriving at Windermere via Rugby, Crewe and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Northampton to Ambleside?

The distance between Northampton and Ambleside is 201 miles. The road distance is 210.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Northampton to Ambleside without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 51m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Northampton to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northampton to Ambleside bus from?

Northampton to Ambleside bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Northampton Town Centre station.

Where do I catch the Northampton to Ambleside train from?

Northampton to Ambleside train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.

Train or bus from Northampton to Ambleside?

The best way to get from Northampton to Ambleside is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 51m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 7h 54m.

Where does the Northampton to Ambleside bus arrive?

Northampton to Ambleside bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Carlisle station.

Where does the Northampton to Ambleside train arrive?

Northampton to Ambleside train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Northampton to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Northampton to Ambleside is 211 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Northampton to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3888+ hotels available in Ambleside.

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Rugby to Crewetrain London Euston - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 51m
£67–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Northampton Town Centre to Carlislebus Ukn31
7h 54m
£40–66
Drive 209.6 mi
1. Drive from Northampton to Amblesidecar 209.6 mi
3h 34m
£51–74
Train
1. Take the train from Northampton to Coventrytrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Coventry to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 3m
£71–131
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Park to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 707
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 541 / ...
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
8h 1m
£60–130

Northampton to Ambleside by train and bus

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Distance: 199.8 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

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

You can take a train from Northampton to Vicarage Road via Rugby, Crewe, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 5h 51m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Northampton Town Centre to Carlisle 5 times a week. Tickets cost £29–50 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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