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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere
Showing times and prices for 16 Nov
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£12
Fastest journey
2 h 33 m
Average duration
2 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
108 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester for Bowness-on-Windermere every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 108 km distance in an average of 2 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 33 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
07:052h33
Manchester09:38Bowness-on-Windermere
£121One-way
0 changes
07:052h33
Manchester09:38Bowness-on-Windermere
£121One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere trains for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 07:42
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Y05630+ C26816+Y06054 | On time 07:56 Deansgate (DGT) | 1h55 | 09:51 Windermere station (WDM) | 2 changes | |
| Y05630+C26816+Y06054 | On time 07:56 Deansgate (DGT) | 1h44 | 09:40 Burneside station (BUD) | 2 changes | |
| Y05630+C26816+Y06054 | On time 07:56 Deansgate (DGT) | 1h49 | 09:45 Staveley station (SVL) | 2 changes | |
| Y02324 | On time 08:56 Deansgate (DGT) | 1h45 | 10:41 Burneside station (BUD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y02324 | On time 08:56 Deansgate (DGT) | 1h57 | 10:53 Windermere station (WDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y02324 | On time 08:56 Deansgate (DGT) | 1h50 | 10:46 Staveley station (SVL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C27293+Y06065 | On time 09:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h05 | 11:29 Burneside station (BUD) | 1 change | |
| C27293+Y06065 | On time 09:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h10 | 11:34 Staveley station (SVL) | 1 change | |
| C27293+Y06065 | On time 09:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h16 | 11:40 Windermere station (WDM) | 1 change | |
Y05743+ W09868+Y06065 | On time 09:56 Deansgate (DGT) | 1h38 | 11:34 Staveley station (SVL) | 2 changes | |
| Y05743+W09868+Y06065 | On time 09:56 Deansgate (DGT) | 1h33 | 11:29 Burneside station (BUD) | 2 changes | |
| Y05743+W09868+Y06065 | On time 09:56 Deansgate (DGT) | 1h44 | 11:40 Windermere station (WDM) | 2 changes | |
| C26810+Y06066 | On time 11:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h23 | 12:47 Burneside station (BUD) | 1 change | |
| C26810+Y06066 | On time 11:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h28 | 12:52 Staveley station (SVL) | 1 change | |
| C26810+Y06066 | On time 11:24 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 1h34 | 12:58 Windermere station (WDM) | 1 change | |
| Y02322 | On time 11:56 Deansgate (DGT) | 1h46 | 13:42 Burneside station (BUD) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y02322+C26807+Y02322 | On time 11:56 Deansgate (DGT) | 1h58 | 13:54 Windermere station (WDM) | 2 changes | |
| Y02322 | On time 11:56 Deansgate (DGT) | 1h51 | 13:47 Staveley station (SVL) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y02322 | On time 11:56 Deansgate (DGT) | 1h58 | 13:54 Windermere station (WDM) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Y02322+C26807+Y02322 | On time 11:56 Deansgate (DGT) | 1h51 | 13:47 Staveley station (SVL) | 2 changes | |
| Y02183+C27194+Y06055 | On time 12:02 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 3h43 | 15:45 Burneside station (BUD) | 2 changes | |
| Sunday 16 November | |||||
| 07:05 Manchester | 2h33 | 09:38 Bowness-on-Windermere | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere run on average 20 times per day, taking around 1h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £15 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 22:57. The fastest train covers the 108 km distance in 1h 33m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 108 km |
Average train duration 1h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £15 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 05:49 |
Last train 22:57 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester and Bowness-on-Windermere from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 33m
Cheapest Price
£6
Northern Rail (3) frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest Price
£11
TransPennine Express frequency
6 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 32m
Cheapest Price
£44
first_transpennine_express frequency
6 a day
FAQs: Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Bowness-on-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 Bowness-on-Windermere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
To fully enjoy Bowness-on-Windermere, a stay of 2 to 3 days is generally recommended. This allows time to explore Lake Windermere, visit attractions like The World of Beatrix Potter, and enjoy local dining and shopping experiences.
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £15, while the average price tends to be around £15.
Booking trains from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere is by train, costing approximately £15.
To travel from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere, you can take a train.
The train distance from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere is 108 km.
The last train from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere departs at 22:57.
The train journey from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere covers a distance of 108 km and takes approximately 1h 33m. Trains run 20 per day.
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester and Bowness-on-Windermere. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Northern Rail (3).
The train station in Manchester that goes to Bowness-on-Windermere is Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), and it arrives at Windermere station (WDM).
There is no night train service from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere.
The first train from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere leaves at 5:49.
Trains from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere run approximately 20 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Bowness-on-Windermere
Manchester
Bowness-on-Windermere
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:20 - 23:40 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
Distance to city center
1 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Deansgate
- Onward travel information: Free Metro shuttle bus link from station front serving Manchester City centre including Victoria Station On both sides of Whitworth Street, Deansgate and Chester Road for buses to Piccadilly Gardens, Altrincham or Sale. Contact Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Whitworth St.
- Metro: Metrolink G-Mex tram stop linked by footbridge from Manchester platform. 0161 228 7811
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibility
WCTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Distance to city center
13 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
Car Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Oxford Road
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Wifi
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
Lockers
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Dining
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
Accessibility
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Hotel
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
Ticket Office
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
Information Desk
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Public transport options for Manchester Piccadilly
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Address
Manchester Victoria station, Station Approach, Todd Street, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M3 1WYTicket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:15
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: A key is available in the Duty's Manager's office.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform and approach
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Manchester Victoria
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is on Station Approach (M3 1WY) directly outside the station main entrance, outside the M & S shop.
Manchester
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