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

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to York is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Windermere to York is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Windermere and York?

No, there is no direct train from Windermere to York. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at York via Oxenholme Lake District and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Windermere to York?

The distance between Windermere and York is 137 miles. The road distance is 94.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Windermere to York without a car is to train via Oxenholme Lake District which takes 4h 8m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Windermere to York, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windermere to York train from?

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

Where does the Windermere to York train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Windermere to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to York is 95 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Windermere to York.

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

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Where can I stay near York?

There are 1952+ hotels available in York.

Windermere to York - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 555 bus

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

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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 Yorktrain Blackpool North - York / ...
4h 8m
£42–85
Drive 94 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Windermere to Yorkcar 94 mi
2h 3m
£24–34
Train
1. Take the train from Windermere to Prestontrain Windermere - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Yorktrain Blackpool North - York / ...
4h 12m
£44–85
Line 555 bus, Steam train
1. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to New Streetbus 555 / ...
2. Take the train from Carnforth to Yorktrain The Scarborough Spa Express
5h 58m

Windermere to York by train

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Distance: 136.2 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

You can take a train from Windermere to York via Oxenholme Lake District and Preston in around 4h 8m.

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