How to get to Grasmere from London

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Compare coach, train and flight for London to Grasmere

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Grasmere among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £39 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 12m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, while a flight costs an average of £202.

Distance: 381 km

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Coach
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Driving

£106

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£39

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Cheapest

£202

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£98

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(fuel + tolls)

3h 44m

Average total duration

3h 14m

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30m

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7h 3m

Average total duration

6h 33m

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30m

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3h 12m

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1h 12m

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2h 0m

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5h 37m

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0.1 - 0.3kg

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CO2 emissions

1.1 - 2.3kg

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CO2 emissions

Avanti West Coast

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FlixBus

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British Airways

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Compare ways to travel from London to Grasmere

Compare the available ways to get from London to Grasmere, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from London to Grasmere is a coach with an average price of £39.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Grasmere:

A coach is £67 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Grasmere costing on average £106.

A coach is £164 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Grasmere costing on average £202.

The fastest way to travel from London to Grasmere is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 12m.

Other travel options to Grasmere take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 44m.

Coach takes on average 7h 3m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between London and Grasmere including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 2h 23m sooner (3h 14m by train vs 5h 37m by car). Tickets start at around £106 compared to roughly £98 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

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from London to Grasmere

How to get to Grasmere from London by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from London to Grasmere is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: London to Grasmere

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There are 3 options to travel between London and Grasmere including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from London to Grasmere is a coach with an average price of £39.

This is compared to other travel options from London to Grasmere:

A coach is £67 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Grasmere costing on average £106.

A coach is £164 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Grasmere costing on average £202.

The fastest way to travel from London to Grasmere is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 12m.

Other travel options to Grasmere take longer:

Train takes on average 3h 44m.

Coach takes on average 7h 3m.

The London to Grasmere distance is approximately 381 km.
The average frequency per day from London to Grasmere is:
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 4 flights per day.
  • Around 3 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Grasmere as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from London to Grasmere:
  • Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Newcastle Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from London Euston (EUS) and arrive in Staveley station (SVL).
  • Coaches mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Penrith, Brunswick Road (Booths).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from London to Grasmere, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with British Airways to go to Grasmere by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Grasmere by coach.
  • Travel with Avanti West Coast to go to Grasmere by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from London to Grasmere with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct flights per day with British Airways.
  • 2 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from London to Grasmere often also extend their vacation to go to Cambridge. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Grasmere and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from London to Grasmere, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
In Grasmere, you can explore the picturesque Grasmere Lake, ideal for walking and boating, and sample the famous Grasmere Gingerbread from the original shop founded in 1854. Hike Helm Crag for stunning views, and visit Faeryland for a charming tea garden experience. Attend local events like the Grasmere Sports to enjoy traditional Cumbrian culture. Notable sights include Dove Cottage, the former home of poet William Wordsworth, St. Oswald's Church, the Wordsworth Museum, and Allan Bank with its beautiful gardens.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Grasmere, allowing time to visit its attractions, enjoy local walks, and experience the village atmosphere.

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