What is the cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Windermere is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wakefield to Windermere?

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Windermere is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to 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.

How far is it from Wakefield to Windermere?

The distance between Wakefield and Windermere is 121 miles. The road distance is 85.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Windermere without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £40 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Wakefield to Windermere?

It takes approximately 4h to get from Wakefield to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Windermere train from?

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

Where does the Wakefield to Windermere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wakefield to Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Windermere is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Wakefield to Windermere.

How do I get a train ticket from Wakefield to Windermere?

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Where can I stay near Windermere?

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Wakefield to Windermere - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 268 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Wakefield to Windermere by train, car, or bus

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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
£43–80
Drive 84.6 mi
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1. Drive from Wakefield to Windermerecar 84.6 mi
1h 56m
£21–30
Line 268 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bradford Interchange Bus Stationbus 268 / ...
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Windermeretrain
6h 6m
£41–73

Wakefield to Windermere by train

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Distance: 120.1 mi
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Wakefield, England and Windermere, England?

You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Windermere via Manchester Piccadilly and Oxenholme Lake District in around 4h.

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