What is the cheapest way to get from Windermere to Sowerby Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Sowerby Bridge is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Windermere to Sowerby Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Windermere to Sowerby Bridge is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Windermere and Sowerby Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Windermere to Sowerby Bridge. However, there are services departing from Bus Rail Interchange and arriving at Albert Road via Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Windermere and Sowerby Bridge?

No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Sowerby Bridge. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Sowerby Bridge via Oxenholme Lake District, Preston and Hebden Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Windermere to Sowerby Bridge?

The distance between Windermere and Sowerby Bridge is 91 miles. The road distance is 74.7 miles.

How do I travel from Windermere to Sowerby Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Windermere to Sowerby Bridge without a car is to train via Oxenholme Lake District which takes 3h 6m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Windermere to Sowerby Bridge?

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Windermere to Sowerby Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Sowerby Bridge bus from?

Windermere to Sowerby Bridge bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Bus Rail Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Sowerby Bridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Windermere to Sowerby Bridge?

The best way to get from Windermere to Sowerby Bridge is to train via Oxenholme Lake District which takes 3h 6m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 152 bus and line 591 bus, which costs and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Windermere to Sowerby Bridge bus arrive?

Windermere to Sowerby Bridge bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Windermere to Sowerby Bridge train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Windermere to Sowerby Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Sowerby Bridge is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Windermere to Sowerby Bridge.

How do I get a train ticket from Windermere to Sowerby Bridge?

Book your Windermere to Sowerby Bridge train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Sowerby Bridge?

There are 1787+ hotels available in Sowerby Bridge.

Windermere to Sowerby Bridge - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 471 bus

How to get fromWindermere to Sowerby Bridge

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Windermere to Sowerby Bridge by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Oxenholme Lake District
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Hebden Bridgetrain Blackpool North - York / ...
3h 6m
£32–62
Drive 74.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Windermere to Sowerby Bridgecar 74.2 mi
1h 45m
£19–27
Train, line 471 bus, line 590 bus
1. Take the train from Windermere to Boltontrain
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Rochdale Interchangebus 471
3. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Albert Roadbus 590
4h 46m
Train
1. Take the train from Windermere to Prestontrain Windermere - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Hebden Bridgetrain Blackpool North - York / ...
3h 12m
£34–62
Bus, line 152 bus, line 591 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to Bus Stationbus X8
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 41 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 152
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Albert Roadbus 591
6h 42m

Windermere to Sowerby Bridge by train

120Weekly Trains

3h 6mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Windermere to Sowerby Bridge.

Launch map view

Distance: 90.3 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Windermere, England and Sowerby Bridge, England?

You can take a train from Windermere to Sowerby Bridge via Oxenholme Lake District, Preston, and Hebden Bridge in around 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Rail Interchange to Albert Road via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 42m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.