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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Ambleside is to drive which costs £55 - £90 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Ambleside is to drive which takes 5h 1m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Windermere via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

How far is it from Swansea to Ambleside?

The distance between Swansea and Ambleside is 302 miles. The road distance is 248.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Ambleside without a car is to train which takes 7h 48m and costs £120 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 48m to get from Swansea to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Ambleside train from?

Swansea to Ambleside train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Swansea station.

Where does the Swansea to Ambleside train arrive?

Swansea to Ambleside train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Ambleside is 248 miles. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Swansea to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3881+ hotels available in Ambleside.

Swansea to Ambleside - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Swansea to Ambleside by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadillytrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermeretrain Manchester Airport - Windermere
7h 48m
£120–206
Drive 246.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Amblesidecar 246.9 mi
5h 1m
£60–87
Train via Oxenholme Lake District
1. Take the train from Swansea to Manchester Piccadillytrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
7h 52m
£118–204
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
8h 6m
£110–199

Swansea to Ambleside by train and bus

25Weekly Services

7h 48mAverage Duration

£120Cheapest Price

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Distance: 300.3 mi
Duration: 7h 48m

What companies run services between Swansea, Wales and Ambleside, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Swansea to Vicarage Road via Manchester Piccadilly, Windermere, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 7h 48m.

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