What is the cheapest way to get from Windermere to Dumfries House?

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Dumfries House is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Windermere to Dumfries House?

The fastest way to get from Windermere to Dumfries House is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Windermere and Dumfries House?

No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Dumfries House. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Auchinleck via Oxenholme Lake District and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Windermere to Dumfries House?

The distance between Windermere and Dumfries House is 140 miles. The road distance is 122.8 miles.

How do I travel from Windermere to Dumfries House without a car?

The best way to get from Windermere to Dumfries House without a car is to train which takes 3h 53m and costs £60 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Windermere to Dumfries House?

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Windermere to Dumfries House, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Dumfries House train from?

Windermere to Dumfries House train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Oxenholme Lake District station.

Where does the Windermere to Dumfries House train arrive?

Windermere to Dumfries House train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Windermere to Dumfries House?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Dumfries House is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Windermere to Dumfries House.

Where can I stay near Dumfries House?

There are 330+ hotels available in Dumfries House.

Windermere to Dumfries House - 3 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Carlisletrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Auchinlecktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central
3h 53m
£63–103
Drive 122.1 mi
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1. Drive from Windermere to Dumfries Housecar 122.1 mi
2h 26m
£30–44
Line 555 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to Bus Stationbus 555 / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Auchinlecktrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central
5h 52m
£55–79

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Distance: 139 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

What companies run services between Windermere, England and Dumfries House, Scotland?

You can take a train from Windermere to Dumfries House via Oxenholme Lake District, Carlisle, and Auchinleck in around 3h 53m.

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