What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Elterwater?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Elterwater is to train and bus and line 599 bus and line 516 bus which costs £15 - £22 and takes 3h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Elterwater?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Elterwater is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Elterwater?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Elterwater. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Windermere via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Preston to Elterwater?

The distance between Preston and Elterwater is 60 miles. The road distance is 58.1 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Elterwater without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Elterwater without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £22 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Elterwater?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Preston to Elterwater, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Elterwater train from?

Preston to Elterwater train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Preston to Elterwater train arrive?

Preston to Elterwater train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Windermere station.

Can I drive from Preston to Elterwater?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Elterwater is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Preston to Elterwater.

Where can I stay near Elterwater?

There are 3854+ hotels available in Elterwater.

Preston to Elterwater - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 599 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Elterwater by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Windermeretrain Manchester Airport - Windermere / ...
2h 31m
£23–36
Train, bus, line 599 bus, line 516 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Preston to Lancastertrain
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus X8
3. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to bus interchangebus 599 / ...
4. Take the bus from bus interchange to The Britannia Innbus 516
3h 21m
£15–21
Drive 57.8 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Elterwatercar 57.8 mi
1h 5m
£15–21
Train, line 599 bus, line 516 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Windermeretrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to bus interchangebus 599 / ...
4. Take the bus from bus interchange to The Britannia Innbus 516
2h 42m
£21–37

Preston to Elterwater by train and bus

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2h 31mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 59.2 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Elterwater, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Windermere 4 times a day. Tickets cost £16–30 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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