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Compare train and coach for Preston to Windermere
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Windermere among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £27.
Distance: 69 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£27 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Preston to Windermere
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Buses from Preston to Windermere run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:19, the last at 22:25. The fastest coach covers the 69 km distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 69 km |
Average bus duration 1h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 6:19 |
Last bus 22:25 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 7 days |
Buses from Preston to Windermere
A regular, direct bus from Preston to Windermere makes it easy to get to the town and the famous lake. The service is managed by National Express, and it runs once a day departing from Carlisle Street in Preston, and ending at Windermere Railway Station. From the train station it’s just a short stroll to the High Street in town and roughly a 30-minute walk to the Lake Windermere. The bus leaves Preston approximately 4:30 p.m. every day, slightly later on Fridays, and the journey takes just under 2 hours and 30 minutes.
FAQs: Preston to Windermere coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Windermere by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Windermere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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