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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Ambleside is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Ambleside is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Carnforth via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 5m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Ambleside?

The distance between Nottingham and Ambleside is 171 miles. The road distance is 149.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Ambleside without a car is to train and line 555 bus which takes 5h 25m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Nottingham to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Ambleside train from?

Nottingham to Ambleside train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Nottingham station.

Where does the Nottingham to Ambleside train arrive?

Nottingham to Ambleside train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Ambleside is 149 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Nottingham to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3889+ hotels available in Ambleside.

Nottingham to Ambleside - 3 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus, and car

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

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Train, line 555 bus
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Vicarage Roadbus 555
5h 25m
£73–123
Drive 148.6 mi
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1. Drive from Nottingham to Amblesidecar 148.6 mi
3h 8m
£37–53
Train
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Leedstrain Nottingham - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Carnforthtrain Leeds - Morecambe / ...
7h 5m
£62–107

Nottingham to Ambleside by train and bus

105Weekly Services

5h 25mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.7 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

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

You can take a train from Nottingham to Vicarage Road via Leeds, Carnforth, Railway Station, and Bus Station in around 7h 5m.

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