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

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Cardiff is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Windermere to Cardiff is to drive which takes 4h 49m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Windermere and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Windermere to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Windermere and arriving at Cardiff Central via Oxenholme Lake District and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Windermere to Cardiff?

The distance between Windermere and Cardiff is 240 miles. The road distance is 239.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Windermere to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Windermere to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Cardiff train from?

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

Where does the Windermere to Cardiff train arrive?

Windermere to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Windermere to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Cardiff is 240 miles. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Windermere to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Windermere to Cardiff - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Windermere to Cardiff by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Crewetrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 50m
£78–131
Drive 238.3 mi
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1. Drive from Windermere to Cardiffcar 238.3 mi
4h 49m
£59–86
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 56m
£86–218
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 8m
£78–141
Train via Worcester
1. Take the train from Windermere to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Worcestershire Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Worcestershire Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 37m
£107–173
Train, train to Newcastle, fly
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 34m
£82–195
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 35m
£97–228

Windermere to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 238.8 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Windermere, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Windermere to Cardiff Central via Oxenholme Lake District and Crewe in around 5h 50m.

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