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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Windermere from Preston. 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!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
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Train
0h 53m
£7
£22
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What is the cheapest way to reach Windermere from Preston?

You can reach Windermere with just £7 by taking a Train from Northern, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from £7
Saturday
Sunday
Monday

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Northern
    0h 56m
    0
    09:45
    Preston
    Central Station
    10:41
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £7
  • TransPennine Express
    0h 53m
    0
    08:58
    Preston
    Central Station
    09:51
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £24
  • Avanti West Coast
    0h 59m
    0
    10:41
    Preston
    Central Station
    11:40
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £24
  • Northern
    1h 46m
    0
    09:54
    Preston
    Lostock Hall Train Station
    11:40
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £24
  • TransPennine Express
    1h 0m
    0
    05:36
    Preston
    Central Station
    06:36
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £33

What are the fastest trips from Preston to Windermere?

You can get to Windermere from Preston in just 0h 53m with a Train from TransPennine Express. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from 0h 53m
Saturday
Sunday
Monday

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • TransPennine Express
    0h 53m
    0
    08:58
    Preston
    Central Station
    09:51
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £24
  • Northern
    0h 56m
    0
    09:45
    Preston
    Central Station
    10:41
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £7
  • Avanti West Coast
    0h 59m
    0
    10:41
    Preston
    Central Station
    11:40
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £24
  • TransPennine Express
    1h 0m
    0
    05:36
    Preston
    Central Station
    06:36
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £33
  • Northern
    1h 46m
    0
    09:54
    Preston
    Lostock Hall Train Station
    11:40
    Windermere
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £24
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Preston to Windermere

What are the most popular stations in Preston and Windermere?

In Preston, you will usually depart from Coach Station, Central Station or Little Oaks Coach Stop, 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 Preston? With 5 connections between 3 Train 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 Preston and Windermere, you can pay as low as £7 with a Train from Northern.

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 TransPennine Express: you will get to Windermere in just 0h 53m.

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 Preston and Windermere are Northern, TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast, 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 Preston 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 Bamber Bridge or to Ambleside, and look at flights from Blackpool 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 Preston to Windermere?

The most popular companies between Preston and Windermere, are Northern, TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Northern, TransPennine Express and Avanti West Coast

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Preston 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 Preston to Windermere

How can I reach Windermere from Preston?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Windermere from Preston.

How far is Windermere from Preston?

The distance between Preston and Windermere is 69.9 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Preston 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 2 kgs of CO2, a train 2 kgs, a car 12 kgs, and a flight 17 kgs.

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

You can get to Windermere with just £7 by taking a Train from Northern.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston 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 0h 53m with a Train from TransPennine Express.

More routes to Preston and to Windermere

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

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