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 Windermere via Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Ambleside?

The distance between Nottingham and Ambleside is 169 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 which takes 5h 15m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m 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 East Midlands Railways, depart from Nottingham station.

Where does the Nottingham to Ambleside train arrive?

Nottingham to Ambleside train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly 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 3848+ hotels available in Ambleside.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
5h 15m
£63–107
Drive 148.6 mi
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1. Drive from Nottingham to Amblesidecar 148.6 mi
3h 8m
£37–53
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Leedstrain Nottingham - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Carnforthtrain Leeds - Morecambe / ...
7h 56m
£52–92

Nottingham to Ambleside by train and bus

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5h 15mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 168.4 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

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

You can take a train from Nottingham to bus interchange via Manchester Piccadilly, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 5h 15m.

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