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What is the best way to travel from Birmingham to Windermere?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains, Carpool and Buses to Windermere from Birmingham. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
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2h 44m
£63
£76
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What is the cheapest way to reach Windermere from Birmingham?

You can reach Windermere with just £63 by taking a Train from Avanti West Coast, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Saturday
from £63
Sunday
from £77
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday

    Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Avanti West Coast
    2h 44m
    0
    07:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    09:51
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £63
  • Avanti West Coast
    2h 46m
    0
    08:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    10:53
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £78
  • CrossCountry
    5h 24m
    0
    08:30
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    13:54
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £78
  • West Midlands Trains
    4h 24m
    0
    08:34
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    12:58
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £78

    Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 12m
    0
    09:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    12:19
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £77
  • Avanti West Coast
    2h 57m
    0
    10:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    13:04
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £77
  • Avanti West Coast
    2h 46m
    0
    11:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    13:53
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £77
  • West Midlands Trains
    3h 7m
    0
    11:34
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    14:41
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £77

What are the fastest trips from Birmingham to Windermere?

You can get to Windermere from Birmingham in just 2h 44m with a Train from Avanti West Coast. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Saturday
from 2h 44m
Sunday
from 2h 46m
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Avanti West Coast
    2h 44m
    0
    07:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    09:51
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £63
  • Avanti West Coast
    2h 46m
    0
    08:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    10:53
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £78
  • West Midlands Trains
    3h 57m
    0
    09:01
    Birmingham
    Snow Hill Station
    12:58
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £78
  • West Midlands Trains
    4h 24m
    0
    08:34
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    12:58
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £78

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Avanti West Coast
    2h 46m
    0
    11:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    13:53
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £77
  • Avanti West Coast
    2h 57m
    0
    10:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    13:04
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £77
  • West Midlands Trains
    3h 7m
    0
    11:34
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    14:41
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    West Midlands Trains
    Economy
    from £77
  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 12m
    0
    09:07
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    12:19
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £77
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Birmingham to Windermere

What are the most popular stations in Birmingham and Windermere?

In Birmingham, you will usually depart from New Street Train Station, Moor Street or Great Charles St Queensway, while in Windermere you will be arriving at Central Station, Bowness Pier or South Kenton Train Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Windermere from Birmingham? With 4 connections between 3 Train, Carpool and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Birmingham and Windermere, you can pay as low as £63 with a Train from Avanti West Coast.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Avanti West Coast: you will get to Windermere in just 2h 44m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Birmingham and Windermere are Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and CrossCountry, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Birmingham and Windermere is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Erdington or to Ambleside, and look at flights from Birmingham Airport, and landing at Barrow/Walney Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Birmingham to Windermere?

The most popular companies between Birmingham and Windermere, are Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and CrossCountry. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains and CrossCountry

All you need to know when you travel from Birmingham to Windermere

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Birmingham to Windermere. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Birmingham to Windermere

How can I reach Windermere from Birmingham?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train, Carpool and Bus, with which you can get to Windermere from Birmingham.

How far is Windermere from Birmingham?

The distance between Birmingham and Windermere is 221.1 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Birmingham and Windermere?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 6 kgs of CO2, a train 8 kgs, a car 38 kgs, and a flight 54 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Birmingham to Windermere?

You can get to Windermere with just £63 by taking a Train from Avanti West Coast.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Windermere in just 2h 44m with a Train from Avanti West Coast.

More routes to Birmingham and to Windermere

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Birmingham and to Windermere. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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