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The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction
Popular family museum bringing Beatrix Potter’s stories to life through recreated scenes, displays, and themed exhibits in Bowness.
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£17
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
3 h 11 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
5 h 22 m
Trains on 15 Sept
5
Distance
87 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Keighley to Windermere is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Keighley to Windermere will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
To travel from Keighley to Windermere you need to make at least one change.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Keighley to Windermere among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 87 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£23 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £23 compared to roughly £17 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-5.33. The journey takes 2h 5m versus 1h 28m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Keighley to Windermere trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 15 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:04 Keighley | 3h37 | 10:41 Windermere | 1 change | |
![]() | 10:43 Keighley | 3h11 | 13:54 Windermere | 1 change | |
![]() | 12:43 Keighley | 4h10 | 16:53 Windermere | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:43 Keighley | 4h58 | 19:41 Windermere | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:43 Keighley | 10h53 | 6:36 Windermere | 1 change |
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Trains from Keighley to Windermere run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:56, the last at 19:01. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 2h 57m.
Distance 87 km |
Average train duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 57m |
First train 7:56 |
Last train 19:01 |
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Popular family museum bringing Beatrix Potter’s stories to life through recreated scenes, displays, and themed exhibits in Bowness.
Working Arts and Crafts house museum with original interiors, decorative details, and insight into the life of writer Harriet Martineau.
Independent gallery showing contemporary and traditional artworks, with changing exhibitions and a central Bowness location.
Lakeside village area with boat piers, shops, and easy access to cruises, promenades, and classic views across Windermere.
Broad wooded viewpoint above Windermere, reached by foot or shuttle, known for panoramic lake and fell views.
Formal lakeside gardens with lawns, flowerbeds, picnic space, and direct access to the shore near Bowness.
A famous Cumbrian sausage with protected status, made from local pork and herbs. It is a classic Lake District breakfast and pub staple.
A dark, rich fruit cake from Cumbria made with currants, spice and often tea. It is a traditional accompaniment to local cheese.
A sweet peppermint glucose bar from nearby Kendal, long linked with walkers and climbers for quick energy in the Lakes.
Well-regarded local venue for coffee, brunch and homemade cakes, with a friendly atmosphere and reliable daytime food.
Long-established Lake District restaurant with contemporary British dishes and a refined country-house atmosphere.
Popular casual restaurant serving tapas-style small plates and pizzas in a lively modern setting near the station.
Moderate for the Lake District. Hotels and dining cost more in peak season, but cafés, pubs and local buses keep daily visitor costs manageable.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up taxi fares. Café tipping is not expected, but small change is appreciated.
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Windermere railway station -> Bowness-on-Windermere
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Keighley to Windermere by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Windermere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Keighley to Windermere trains use the Keighley to Windermere station pair. Use this guide to compare Keighley and Windermere train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Keighley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: The Old White Lion Hotel Restaurant, Busfeild Arms
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Keighley. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is available at Keighley. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Keighley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Keighley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Keighley: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Travelodge Keighley, Dalesgate Hotel, Premier Inn Keighley.
Windermere has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Windermere.
Ticket office support is available at Windermere.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Windermere: Parking, WC.
Available at Windermere: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Windermere: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: On Station Forecourt, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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