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

The cheapest way to get from Paisley to Ambleside is to bus and train and line 555 bus which costs £23 - £45 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paisley to Ambleside is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Paisley and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Paisley to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Paisley Gilmour Street and arriving at Windermere via Glasgow Central and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Paisley to Ambleside?

The distance between Paisley and Ambleside is 174 miles. The road distance is 143.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paisley to Ambleside without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Paisley to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paisley to Ambleside train from?

Paisley to Ambleside train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Where does the Paisley to Ambleside train arrive?

Paisley to Ambleside train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.

Can I drive from Paisley to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Paisley to Ambleside is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Paisley to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3888+ hotels available in Ambleside.

Paisley to Ambleside - 4 ways to travel via train, line 26 bus, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Paisley to Ambleside by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 57m
£60–112
Bus, train, line 555 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Terminal Building to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Penrith North Lakestrain
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Bus Stationbus X5 / ...
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Salutation Hotelbus 555
5h 40m
£23–44
Line 26 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Espedair Burn to Central Stationbus 26
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
5h 4m
£50–87
Drive 142.4 mi
1. Drive from Paisley to Amblesidecar 142.4 mi
2h 32m
£35–50

Paisley to Ambleside by train and bus

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3h 57mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Paisley, Scotland and Ambleside, Cumbria, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake District hourly. Tickets cost £50–90 and the journey takes 1h 47m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 3 hours.

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