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

The cheapest way to get from Stirling to Windermere is to bus which costs £21 - £30 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stirling to Windermere is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Stirling and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Stirling station to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Beech Street via Buchanan Bus Station, La Mexxaluna and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Stirling and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Stirling to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Stirling and arriving at Windermere via Carlisle and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Stirling to Windermere?

The distance between Stirling and Windermere is 198 miles. The road distance is 156 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stirling to Windermere without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 36m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Stirling to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Windermere bus from?

Stirling to Windermere bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Stirling to Windermere train from?

Stirling to Windermere train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Stirling station.

Train or bus from Stirling to Windermere?

The best way to get from Stirling to Windermere is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 36m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £30 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Stirling to Windermere bus arrive?

Stirling to Windermere bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Stirling to Windermere train arrive?

Stirling to Windermere train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Stirling to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Stirling to Windermere is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Stirling to Windermere.

How do I get a train ticket from Stirling to Windermere?

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

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

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Stirling to Carlisletrain Inverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 36m
£66–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Beech Streetbus 508
7h 30m
£21–30
Drive 155.1 mi
1. Drive from Stirling to Windermerecar 155.1 mi
2h 43m
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Stirling to Haymarkettrain Dunblane - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 41m
£66–126

Stirling to Windermere by train

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Distance: 196.5 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Stirling, Scotland and Windermere, England?

You can take a train from Stirling to Windermere via Carlisle and Oxenholme Lake District in around 4h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Beech Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, La Mexxaluna, and Bus Station in around 7h 30m.

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