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 11m.

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 Good Hope Hospital and arriving at Salutation Hotel via Moor Street Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Rail Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 11m.

How far is it from Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside?

The distance between Sutton Coldfield and Ambleside is 168 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 and line 555 bus which takes 5h 32m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m 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 does the Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside bus arrive?

Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail 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 3823+ hotels available in Ambleside.

Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 555 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Sutton Coldfield to Ambleside by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 555 bus
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Vicarage Roadbus 555
5h 32m
£53–92
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
8h 11m
£38–62
Drive 157.7 mi
1. Drive from Sutton Coldfield to Amblesidecar 157.7 mi
2h 51m
£39–56
Train, line 555 bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Vicarage Roadbus 555
5h 54m
£55–112

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Distance: 166.6 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Station twice daily. Tickets cost £29–50 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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