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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Bowness-on-Windermere is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 9h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs £50 - £80.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Oxford station to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Gloucester Green Bus Station and arriving at St Martins Church via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 16m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Oxford to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Windermere via Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

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

The distance between Oxford and Bowness-on-Windermere is 226 miles. The road distance is 223.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £95 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Oxford to Bowness-on-Windermere, including transfers.

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

Oxford to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Gloucester Green Bus Station.

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

Oxford to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Bowness-on-Windermere is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £95 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 9h 16m.

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

Oxford to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

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

Oxford to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Bowness-on-Windermere is 223 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Oxford to Bowness-on-Windermere.

Where can I stay near Bowness-on-Windermere?

There are 3336+ hotels available in Bowness-on-Windermere.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 42m
£96–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
9h 16m
£47–106
Drive 221.9 mi
1. Drive from Oxford to Bowness-on-Windermerecar 221.9 mi
3h 58m
£54–78
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Oxford to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 6m
£115–177
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Oxford to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carnforthtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to St Martins Churchbus 755
7h 12m
£110–164

Oxford to Bowness-on-Windermere by train and bus

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Distance: 225 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

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

You can take a train from Oxford to St Martins Church via Birmingham New Street, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 5h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to St Martins Church via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 16m.

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