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

The cheapest way to get from Somerset to Windermere is to bus which costs £45 - £80 and takes 10h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Somerset to Windermere is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Somerset and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Somerset to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Verriers and arriving at Bus Rail Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Somerset and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Somerset to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Windermere via Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Somerset to Windermere?

The distance between Somerset and Windermere is 296 miles. The road distance is 273.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Somerset to Windermere without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 40m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 7h 40m to get from Somerset to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Windermere bus from?

Somerset to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Verriers station.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Windermere train from?

Somerset to Windermere train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Taunton station.

Train or bus from Somerset to Windermere?

The best way to get from Somerset to Windermere is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 40m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 10h 54m.

Where does the Somerset to Windermere bus arrive?

Somerset to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Somerset to Windermere train arrive?

Somerset to Windermere train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Somerset to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Somerset to Windermere is 274 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Somerset to Windermere.

Where can I stay near Windermere?

There are 3324+ hotels available in Windermere.

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h 40m
£106–183
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Verriers to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 101 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus X8
10h 54m
£45–76
Drive 272.1 mi
1. Drive from Somerset to Windermerecar 272.1 mi
4h 27m
£68–97
Train
1. Take the train from Weston-super-Mare to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
10h 42m
£97–179

Somerset to Windermere by bus and train

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Distance: 294.2 mi
Duration: 7h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Branchflower Farm to Windermere via Taunton Town Centre K, Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, Birmingham New Street, and Oxenholme Lake District in around 7h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Verriers to Bus Rail Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station in around 10h 54m.

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