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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Windermere is to bus which costs £17 - £35 and takes 6h 38m.

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 57m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Windermere?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield station to Windermere. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Bus Station and arriving at Bus Rail Interchange via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

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 3h 52m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Windermere?

The distance between Wakefield and Windermere is 121 miles. The road distance is 84.9 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 3h 52m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Wakefield to Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Windermere bus from?

Wakefield to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Windermere train from?

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

Train or bus from Wakefield to Windermere?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Windermere is to train which takes 3h 52m and costs £35 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Wakefield to Windermere bus arrive?

Wakefield to Windermere bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach 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 57m 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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There are 4 ways to get from Wakefield to 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 / ...
3h 52m
£36–71
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchangebus X8
6h 38m
£18–31
Drive 84.4 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Windermerecar 84.4 mi
1h 57m
£21–31
Train, line 755 bus
1. Take the train from Leeds to Carnforthtrain Leeds - Morecambe / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Barclays Bankbus 755
5h 1m
£27–49

Wakefield to Windermere by train

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Distance: 120.1 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bus Rail Interchange via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 38m.

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