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

The cheapest way to get from Renfrew to Bowness-on-Windermere is to bus which costs £22 - £30 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Renfrew to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £35 - £55.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Renfrew to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Millburn Way and arriving at Fold Head via Buchanan Bus Station, La Mexxaluna and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Renfrew to Bowness-on-Windermere. 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 4h 2m.

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

The distance between Renfrew and Bowness-on-Windermere is 173 miles. The road distance is 146.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Renfrew to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Renfrew to Bowness-on-Windermere, including transfers.

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

Renfrew to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

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

Renfrew to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

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

The best way to get from Renfrew to Bowness-on-Windermere is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £30 and takes 7h 6m.

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

Renfrew to Bowness-on-Windermere bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Halston Hotel station.

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

Renfrew to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.

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

Yes, the driving distance between Renfrew to Bowness-on-Windermere is 146 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Renfrew to Bowness-on-Windermere.

Where can I stay near Bowness-on-Windermere?

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

Renfrew to Bowness-on-Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 26 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Renfrew to Bowness-on-Windermere 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 / ...
4h 2m
£65–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Fold Headbus 508
7h 6m
£22–30
Line 26 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Victoria Drive East to Central Stationbus 26
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Fold Headbus 508
5h 27m
£48–83
Drive 145.6 mi
1. Drive from Renfrew to Bowness-on-Windermerecar 145.6 mi
2h 34m
£36–52

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Distance: 171.8 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Oxenholme Lake District hourly. Tickets cost £55–90 and the journey takes 1h 47m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Millburn Way to Fold Head via Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, La Mexxaluna, and Bus Station in around 7h 6m.

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