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

The cheapest way to get from Shipley to Ambleside is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shipley to Ambleside is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Shipley and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Shipley to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Shipley and arriving at Windermere via Lancaster and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Shipley to Ambleside?

The distance between Shipley and Ambleside is 94 miles. The road distance is 72.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shipley to Ambleside without a car is to train which takes 3h 32m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Shipley to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shipley to Ambleside train from?

Shipley to Ambleside train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Shipley station.

Where does the Shipley to Ambleside train arrive?

Shipley to Ambleside train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Shipley to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Shipley to Ambleside is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Shipley to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3888+ hotels available in Ambleside.

Shipley to Ambleside - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 555 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Shipley to Ambleside by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shipley to Lancastertrain Leeds - Morecambe / ...
3h 32m
£37–67
Drive 72.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shipley to Amblesidecar 72.4 mi
1h 34m
£18–26
Train, bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the train from Shipley to Carnforthtrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 555 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Vicarage Roadbus 555
3h 54m
£27–43

Shipley to Ambleside by train and bus

47Weekly Services

3h 32mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 93.1 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between Shipley, Bradford, England and Ambleside, Cumbria, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Shipley to Lancaster every 4 hours. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 1h 32m.

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