What is the cheapest way to get from York to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The cheapest way to get from York to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from York to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The fastest way to get from York to Bowness-on-Windermere is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct train between York and Bowness-on-Windermere?

No, there is no direct train from York to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, there are services departing from York and arriving at Windermere via Preston and Oxenholme Lake District. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from York to Bowness-on-Windermere?

The distance between York and Bowness-on-Windermere is 138 miles. The road distance is 94.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from York to Bowness-on-Windermere without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £55 - £110.

How long does it take to get from York to Bowness-on-Windermere?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from York to Bowness-on-Windermere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the York to Bowness-on-Windermere train from?

York to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from York station.

Where does the York to Bowness-on-Windermere train arrive?

York to Bowness-on-Windermere train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from York to Bowness-on-Windermere?

Yes, the driving distance between York to Bowness-on-Windermere is 95 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from York to Bowness-on-Windermere.

Where can I stay near Bowness-on-Windermere?

There are 3344+ hotels available in Bowness-on-Windermere.

York to Bowness-on-Windermere - 3 ways to travel via train, car

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There are 3 ways to get from York to Bowness-on-Windermere by train, car, or bus

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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 15m
£55–101
Drive 94 mi
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1. Drive from York to Bowness-on-Windermerecar 94 mi
2h 6m
£23–33
Steam train, bus
1. Take the train from York to Carnforthtrain The Scarborough Spa Express
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to St Martins Churchbus 755
6h 46m

York to Bowness-on-Windermere by train and bus

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4h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 137.7 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between York, England and Bowness-on-Windermere, England?

You can take a train from York to St Martins Church via Preston, Oxenholme Lake District, Windermere, and Bus Rail Interchange in around 4h 15m.

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