What is the cheapest way to get from Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside?

The cheapest way to get from Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside?

The fastest way to get from Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Sutton Coldfield and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct bus from Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Gracechurch Centre and arriving at Salutation Hotel via Moor Street Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Sutton Coldfield and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Sutton Coldfield and arriving at Windermere via Birmingham New Street and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 29m.

How far is it from Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside?

The distance between Sutton Coldfield and Ambleside is 167 miles. The road distance is 158.6 miles.

How do I travel from Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside without a car?

The best way to get from Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside without a car is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £50 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside?

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside bus from?

Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside train from?

Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside?

The best way to get from Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 8h 31m.

Where does the Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside bus arrive?

Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station.

Where does the Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside train arrive?

Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.

Can I drive from Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3859+ hotels available in Ambleside.

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There are 5 ways to get from Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 29m
£53–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
8h 31m
£37–62
Drive 157.7 mi
1. Drive from Sutton Coldfield to Amblesidecar 157.7 mi
2h 51m
£40–58
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Lichfield Trent Valley to Crewetrain London Euston - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 32m
£51–102
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 18m
£55–112

Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside by train and bus

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Distance: 165.6 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Sutton Coldfield, England and Ambleside, Cumbria, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake District every 3 hours. Tickets cost £45–75 and the journey takes 2h 15m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Station once daily. Tickets cost £28–50 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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