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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ambleside to London
Cheapest price
$73
Average price
$123
Fastest journey
3 h 11 m
Average duration
3 h 32 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
376 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ambleside to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ambleside to London will cost around $123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $73.
Of the 5 trains that leave Ambleside for London on Fri, May 29, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 29 the direct trains cover the 376 km distance in an average of 3 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 11 m .
On Fri, May 29 the slowest trains will take 4 h 6 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.
10:57 AM4h06Ambleside3:03 PMLondon$731One-way0 transfers- 7:01 AM3h11Ambleside10:12 AMLondon$1171One-way0 transfers
- 11:47 AM3h25Ambleside3:12 PMLondon$1381One-way0 transfers
- 8:01 AM3h11Ambleside11:12 AMLondon$1421One-way0 transfers
- 5:17 PM3h46Ambleside9:03 PMLondon$1431One-way0 transfers
- 8:01 AM3h11Ambleside11:12 AMLondon$1421One-way0 transfers
- 7:01 AM3h11Ambleside10:12 AMLondon$1171One-way0 transfers
- 11:47 AM3h25Ambleside3:12 PMLondon$1381One-way0 transfers
- 5:17 PM3h46Ambleside9:03 PMLondon$1431One-way0 transfers
- 10:57 AM4h06Ambleside3:03 PMLondon$731One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Ambleside to London
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ambleside to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $24, and a flight costs an average of $74.
Distance: 233 miles (376 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$113 Average price | $44 Average price Cheapest | $189 Average price | $135 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ambleside to London:
A bus is $69 (€56) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ambleside to London costing on average $113 (€91).
A bus is $145 (€117) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ambleside to London costing on average $189 (€153).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 36m.
Bus takes on average 6h 50m.
The journey is about 1h 38m faster (3h 36m by train vs 5h 14m by car) and roughly $22 (€18) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($113 (€91) vs $135 (€109)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Ambleside to London train times
The table below shows live departures for Ambleside to London trains for today, Thursday, May 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:56 AM Ambleside | 3h16 | 10:12 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:01 AM Ambleside | 3h11 | 10:12 AM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:57 AM Ambleside | 4h06 | 2:03 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:57 AM Ambleside | 4h06 | 3:03 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:12 PM Ambleside | 4h02 | 5:14 PM London | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ambleside to London
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ambleside to London run on average 19 times per day, taking around 3h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $61 (€50) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 19:58. The fastest train covers the 233 miles (376 km) distance in 3h 11m.
Distance 233 miles (376 km) |
Average train duration 3h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $61 (€50) |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 3h 11m |
First train 5:31 AM |
Last train 7:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Ambleside to London trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Ambleside and London from $24 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Ambleside to London
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ambleside to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ambleside to London
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Nando's
- The Signal Box
- Delice de France
- Tortilla
- Starbucks
- AMT Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Camden Food Co.
- & many more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is located beneath the station.
- Accessible taxis: The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.
- Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
- Toilets Location: These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Euston
- The Wesley Euston Hotel
- Travelodge London Central Euston
- Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 18 at buffer end, West Colonnade opposite Sainsbury's, alongside station entrance, East Colonnade opposite M&S and to the rear of Nandos and Cafe Rouge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the center of the station's main concourse.
- Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
- Overground lines: Watford DC
- Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
- Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
WifiShopping
ParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket Office
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:00
- Type of shops available: News agent Flower stall Hairdresser Shoe repairer Wide range of shops Pharmacy Convenience store High street shops Off Licence Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Main concourse
- Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are situated on the central concourse and adjacent to platform 2. A changing place facility is available for use by disabled passengers in London Victoria. The space has a height-adjustable adult-sized changing bench, hoist, extra wide rolls of paper, and non-slip floors. The space is located on the central concourse in the main toilet facilities. If you, or a passenger you are accompanying, requires use of the changing place room, please speak to a member of staff or contact our control centre on 020 7922 6243 so we can help you gain access.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Hudson's Place and Central Concourse
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car Park Upper Level (Victoria Place), above Gatwick Express.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
- Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
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