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

The cheapest way to get from Peterborough to Ambleside is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Peterborough to Ambleside is to drive which takes 3h 45m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Peterborough and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Peterborough to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Peterborough and arriving at Windermere via Doncaster, Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Peterborough to Ambleside?

The distance between Peterborough and Ambleside is 227 miles. The road distance is 199.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Peterborough to Ambleside without a car is to train via Doncaster which takes 6h 20m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Peterborough to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Peterborough to Ambleside train from?

Peterborough to Ambleside train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Peterborough station.

Where does the Peterborough to Ambleside train arrive?

Peterborough to Ambleside train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Peterborough to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Peterborough to Ambleside is 199 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Peterborough to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3886+ hotels available in Ambleside.

Peterborough to Ambleside - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Peterborough to Ambleside by train or car

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Train via Doncaster
best
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Doncastertrain
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 20m
£75–166
Drive 198.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Peterborough to Amblesidecar 198.2 mi
3h 45m
£49–70
Train
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 41m
£106–161
Train #2
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 43m
£101–162

Peterborough to Ambleside by train and bus

112Weekly Services

6h 20mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225.8 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

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

You can take a train from Peterborough to Vicarage Road via Doncaster, Manchester Piccadilly, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 6h 20m.

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