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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Ambleside is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Ambleside is to drive which takes 4h 18m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from Watford to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Windermere via London Euston and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Watford to Ambleside?

The distance between Watford and Ambleside is 248 miles. The road distance is 259.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Ambleside without a car is to train and line 555 bus which takes 4h 37m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Watford to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Ambleside train from?

Watford to Ambleside train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Where does the Watford to Ambleside train arrive?

Watford to Ambleside train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.

Can I drive from Watford to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Ambleside is 259 miles. It takes approximately 4h 18m to drive from Watford to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3888+ hotels available in Ambleside.

Watford to Ambleside - 6 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Watford to Ambleside by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, line 555 bus
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Vicarage Roadbus 555
4h 37m
£89–141
Drive 257.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watford to Amblesidecar 257.6 mi
4h 18m
£63–91
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Windermeretrain Manchester Victoria - Windermere
8h 58m
£70–156
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
6h 25m
£93–314
Train
1. Take the train from London Euston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 15m
£102–199
Fly to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 32m
£93–323

Watford to Ambleside by train and bus

11Weekly Services

4h 37mAverage Duration

£89Cheapest Price

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Distance: 246.8 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Watford, England and Ambleside, Cumbria, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Oxenholme Lake District hourly. Tickets cost £90–150 and the journey takes 3h 42m.

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