What is the cheapest way to get from Rawtenstall to Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from Rawtenstall to Windermere is to line 481 bus and line 40 bus and bus which costs £12 and takes 4h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rawtenstall to Windermere?

The fastest way to get from Rawtenstall to Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Rawtenstall and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Rawtenstall station to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Bus station and arriving at Bus Rail Interchange via Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Rawtenstall to Windermere?

The distance between Rawtenstall and Windermere is 75 miles. The road distance is 70.3 miles.

How do I travel from Rawtenstall to Windermere without a car?

The best way to get from Rawtenstall to Windermere without a car is to line 481 bus and train which takes 3h 29m and costs £20 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Rawtenstall to Windermere?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Rawtenstall to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rawtenstall to Windermere bus from?

Rawtenstall to Windermere bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Bus station.

Where does the Rawtenstall to Windermere bus arrive?

Rawtenstall to Windermere bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Arrival Stand station.

Can I drive from Rawtenstall to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Rawtenstall to Windermere is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Rawtenstall to Windermere.

Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3314+ hotels available in Windermere.

Rawtenstall to Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 481 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Rawtenstall to Windermere by bus, train, car, or tram

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Line 481 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bus station to Arrival Standbus 481
2. Take the train from Blackburn to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
3h 29m
£20–42
Line 481 bus, line 40 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus station to Arrival Standbus 481
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Queens Squarebus 40 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus X8
4h 56m
£12
Drive 69.9 mi
1. Drive from Rawtenstall to Windermerecar 69.9 mi
1h 14m
£18–25
Bus, tram, train
1. Take the bus from Bus station to Stanhope Avenuebus X43
2. Take the tram from Prestwich to Piccadillytram
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
4. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Windermeretrain
3h 45m
£28–59

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Distance: 74.7 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Rawtenstall, England and Windermere, England?

You can take a bus from Bus station to Bus Rail Interchange via Arrival Stand, Bus Station, Bus Station, Queens Square, and Bus Station in around 4h 56m.

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