What is the cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wakefield to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Bowness-on-Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Windermere via Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The distance between Wakefield and Bowness-on-Windermere is 122 miles. The road distance is 85 miles.

How do I travel from Wakefield to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £45 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Wakefield to Bowness-on-Windermere?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Wakefield to Bowness-on-Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Bowness-on-Windermere train from?

Wakefield to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Where does the Wakefield to Bowness-on-Windermere train arrive?

Wakefield to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Bowness-on-Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Bowness-on-Windermere is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Wakefield to Bowness-on-Windermere.

Where can I stay near Bowness-on-Windermere?

There are 3344+ hotels available in Bowness-on-Windermere.

Wakefield to Bowness-on-Windermere - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Wakefield to Bowness-on-Windermere by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h 14m
£46–90
Drive 84.5 mi
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1. Drive from Wakefield to Bowness-on-Windermerecar 84.5 mi
1h 59m
£21–30
Line 268 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bradford Interchange Bus Stationbus 268 / ...
2. Take the train from Keighley to Carnforthtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to St Martins Churchbus 755
7h 5m
£25–44
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Leeds to Carnforthtrain Leeds - Morecambe / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to St Martins Churchbus 755
5h 4m
£31–55

Wakefield to Bowness-on-Windermere by train and bus

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4h 14mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 121.6 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Wakefield, England and Bowness-on-Windermere, England?

You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to St Martins Church via Manchester Piccadilly, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 4h 14m.

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