What is the cheapest way to get from Windermere to Fountains Abbey?

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Fountains Abbey is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Windermere to Fountains Abbey?

The fastest way to get from Windermere to Fountains Abbey is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Windermere and Fountains Abbey?

No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Fountains Abbey. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Harrogate via Oxenholme Lake District, Preston and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Windermere to Fountains Abbey?

The distance between Windermere and Fountains Abbey is 141 miles. The road distance is 70.9 miles.

How do I travel from Windermere to Fountains Abbey without a car?

The best way to get from Windermere to Fountains Abbey without a car is to train which takes 4h 40m and costs £85 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Windermere to Fountains Abbey?

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Windermere to Fountains Abbey, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Fountains Abbey train from?

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

Where does the Windermere to Fountains Abbey train arrive?

Windermere to Fountains Abbey train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Windermere to Fountains Abbey?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Fountains Abbey is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Windermere to Fountains Abbey.

Where can I stay near Fountains Abbey?

There are 1142+ hotels available in Fountains Abbey.

Windermere to Fountains Abbey - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Windermere to Fountains Abbey by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
4h 40m
£89–146
Drive 70.4 mi
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1. Drive from Windermere to Fountains Abbeycar 70.4 mi
1h 41m
£18–26
Train, line 822 bus
1. Take the train from Windermere to Lancastertrain
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Skiptontrain
3. Take the bus from National Park Centre to Visitor Centrebus 822
6h 22m
£28–49
Train, line 822 bus via Oxenholme Lake District
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Skiptontrain Morecambe - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from National Park Centre to Visitor Centrebus 822
6h 33m
£26–50

Windermere to Fountains Abbey by train, bus, and foot

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6h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 139.8 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

What companies run services between Windermere, England and Fountains Abbey, England?

You can take a train from Windermere to Fountains Abbey via Oxenholme Lake District, Preston, Leeds, and Harrogate in around 4h 40m.

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