What is the cheapest way to get from Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere is to bus and line 555 bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 5h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The fastest way to get from Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 29m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Oldham and Bowness-on-Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from John Street and arriving at St Martins Church via Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Oldham and Bowness-on-Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Oldham King Street and arriving at Windermere via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The distance between Oldham and Bowness-on-Windermere is 89 miles. The road distance is 83.9 miles.

How do I travel from Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car?

The best way to get from Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere bus from?

Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere train from?

Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Victoria station.

Train or bus from Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The best way to get from Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere bus arrive?

Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station Night Std.

Where does the Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere train arrive?

Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Windermere station.

Can I drive from Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 29m to drive from Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere.

Where can I stay near Bowness-on-Windermere?

There are 3344+ hotels available in Bowness-on-Windermere.

Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermere by train, bus, car, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Windermeretrain Manchester Victoria - Windermere
3h 31m
£36–67
Bus, line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 555
5h 43m
£18–33
Drive 83.4 mi
1. Drive from Oldham to Bowness-on-Windermerecar 83.4 mi
1h 29m
£21–30
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to St Peter's Squaretram Pink Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
3h 55m
£35–70
Tram, train, bus
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to Deansgate-Castlefieldtram
2. Take the train from Deansgate to Carnforthtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to St Martins Churchbus 755
4h 53m
£28–52

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Distance: 88.9 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Oldham, England and Bowness-on-Windermere, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Windermere once a week. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from John Street to St Martins Church via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 43m.

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