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

The cheapest way to get from York to Ambleside is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from York to Ambleside is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct train between York and Ambleside?

No, there is no direct train from York to Ambleside. However, there are services departing from York and arriving at Windermere via Preston and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from York to Ambleside?

The distance between York and Ambleside is 142 miles. The road distance is 99.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from York to Ambleside without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from York to Ambleside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the York to Ambleside train from?

York to Ambleside train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from York station.

Where does the York to Ambleside train arrive?

York to Ambleside train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from York to Ambleside?

Yes, the driving distance between York to Ambleside is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from York to Ambleside.

Where can I stay near Ambleside?

There are 3888+ hotels available in Ambleside.

York to Ambleside - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and Steam train

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There are 3 ways to get from York to Ambleside by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from York to Prestontrain York - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 30m
£55–101
Drive 98.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from York to Amblesidecar 98.9 mi
2h 12m
£24–35
Steam train
1. Take the train from York to Carnforthtrain The Scarborough Spa Express
7h 4m

York to Ambleside by train and bus

111Weekly Services

4h 30mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 141.3 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between York, England and Ambleside, Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from York to Vicarage Road via Preston, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 4h 30m.

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