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

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Scarborough is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Windermere to Scarborough is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Windermere and Scarborough?

No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Scarborough. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Scarborough via Oxenholme Lake District, Preston and York. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 36m.

How far is it from Windermere to Scarborough?

The distance between Windermere and Scarborough is 179 miles. The road distance is 120.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Windermere to Scarborough without a car is to train which takes 5h 36m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Windermere to Scarborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Scarborough train from?

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

Where does the Windermere to Scarborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Windermere to Scarborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Scarborough is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Windermere to Scarborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Scarborough?

There are 1938+ hotels available in Scarborough.

Windermere to Scarborough - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 755 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Yorktrain
3. Take the train from York to Scarboroughtrain
5h 36m
£54–105
Drive 119.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Windermere to Scarboroughcar 119.4 mi
2h 44m
£30–43
Line 755 bus, Steam train
1. Take the bus from Beech Street to New Streetbus 755
2. Take the train from Carnforth to Scarboroughtrain The Scarborough Spa Express
6h 15m

Windermere to Scarborough by train

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5h 36mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.8 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

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

You can take a train from Windermere to Scarborough via Oxenholme Lake District, Preston, and York in around 5h 36m.

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