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

The cheapest way to get from Windermere to Preston is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 54 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Windermere to Preston is to drive which takes 54 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct train between Windermere and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Windermere and arriving at Preston. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Windermere to Preston?

The distance between Windermere and Preston is 50 miles. The road distance is 50.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Windermere to Preston without a car is to train via Oxenholme Lake District which takes 1h 7m and costs £14 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Windermere to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Windermere to Preston train from?

Windermere to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Windermere station.

Where does the Windermere to Preston train arrive?

Windermere to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Oxenholme Lake District station.

Can I drive from Windermere to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Windermere to Preston is 51 miles. It takes approximately 54 min to drive from Windermere to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2254+ hotels available in Preston.

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

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

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Train via Oxenholme Lake District
best
1. Take the train from Windermere to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Windermere - Oxenholme Lake District / ...
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
1h 7m
£14–30
Drive 50.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Windermere to Prestoncar 50.2 mi
54 min
£13–18
Line 555 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to Blackhall Roadbus 555 / ...
2. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to Stationbus 41A / ...
3. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Prestontrain
2h 8m
£17–30
Train
1. Take the train from Windermere to Prestontrain Windermere - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 13m
£16–30

Windermere to Preston by train

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Distance: 50 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

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

You can take a train from Windermere to Preston via Oxenholme Lake District in around 1h 7m.

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