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

The cheapest way to get from Stowmarket to Ambleside is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 5h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stowmarket to Ambleside is to drive which takes 5h 12m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Stowmarket and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Stowmarket to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Stowmarket and arriving at Carnforth via Peterborough and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.

How far is it from Stowmarket to Ambleside?

The distance between Stowmarket and Ambleside is 274 miles. The road distance is 262.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stowmarket to Ambleside without a car is to train which takes 8h 36m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 8h 36m to get from Stowmarket to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stowmarket to Ambleside train from?

Stowmarket to Ambleside train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Stowmarket station.

Where does the Stowmarket to Ambleside train arrive?

Stowmarket to Ambleside train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Peterborough station.

Can I drive from Stowmarket to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Stowmarket to Ambleside is 262 miles. It takes approximately 5h 12m to drive from Stowmarket to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3879+ hotels available in Ambleside.

Stowmarket to Ambleside - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Stowmarket to Ambleside by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stowmarket to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Carnforthtrain
8h 36m
£100–167
Drive 260.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stowmarket to Amblesidecar 260.7 mi
5h 12m
£63–91
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Stowmarket to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 52m
£143–413
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Stowmarket to Elytrain
2. Take the train from Ely to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
8h 41m
£141–225
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Stowmarket to Peterboroughtrain
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
9h 11m
£130–222

Stowmarket to Ambleside by train and bus

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8h 36mAverage Duration

£100Cheapest Price

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Distance: 272.3 mi
Duration: 8h 36m

What companies run services between Stowmarket, England and Ambleside, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Stowmarket to Vicarage Road via Peterborough, Leeds, Carnforth, Railway Station, and Bus Station in around 8h 36m.

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