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Windermere Jetty Museum
Excellent local museum exploring Lake District life, Beatrix Potter, mountaineering, and arts in a modern setting.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Liverpool to Windermere is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Liverpool to Windermere will cost around €37 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €23.
It's difficult to get from Liverpool to Windermere without transferring at least once.
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Trains from Liverpool to Windermere run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:17, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 67 miles (108 km) distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 67 miles (108 km) |
Average train duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 4:17 AM |
Last train 9:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Liverpool to Windermere.
The table below shows live departures for Liverpool to Windermere trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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G86217 · G85351+ W34213 | 6:45 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h03 | 8:48 AM Windermere station (WDM) | 2 transfers | |
W85174+ G85357 | 8:13 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 1h38 | 9:51 AM Windermere station (WDM) | 1 transfer | |
G89635 · G89062 | 8:39 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h02 | 10:41 AM Windermere station (WDM) | 1 transfer | |
G89934 · G89071 | 9:00 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 4h54 | 1:54 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 1 transfer | |
G86237 · G85365+ W34254 | 9:15 AM Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) | 2h25 | 11:40 AM Windermere station (WDM) | 2 transfers | |
P23878 · G85374+ S13468+ W33941 | 9:16 AM Moorfields (MRF) | 3h42 | 12:58 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 3 transfers | |
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Excellent local museum exploring Lake District life, Beatrix Potter, mountaineering, and arts in a modern setting.
Small museum and gallery dedicated to Lakeland writer and illustrator Beatrix Potter, ideal for literary fans.
Lakeside Arts and Crafts house open as a heritage attraction, valued for design, collections, and exhibitions.
England's largest lake is the area's defining attraction, ideal for cruises, waterside walks, and mountain scenery.
Bustling lakeside area with ferry access, shops, and views; the main base for exploring Windermere by boat.
Popular fell with a short climb from Windermere, rewarding visitors with broad lake and mountain panoramas.
A traditional Cumbrian sausage seasoned with pepper and spices. It is a long-standing regional favourite often served with mash or in a full breakfast.
A dark, sticky fruit cake from Cumbria made with currants, spices and tea. It is a classic Lakeland treat often eaten with butter or local cheese.
A sweet, sugary peppermint bar from nearby Kendal, famous as an energy snack for walkers and climbers in the Lake District.
Well-regarded modern British restaurant with seasonal local produce, elegant plates and a central Bowness-on-Windermere location.
Refined British fine dining in the Gilpin Hotel, known for tasting menus, polished service and a luxurious Lake District setting.
Popular casual spot serving wood-fired pizzas and hearty Italian dishes in a lively, family-friendly setting near the lake.
Moderate for the UK: lodging is often pricey in peak season, but pub meals and local buses are manageable versus larger tourist hotspots.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up for taxis; cafes usually just small change.
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Windermere Railway Station -> Bowness Pier, Windermere
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Liverpool to 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 Windermere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Liverpool to Windermere trains use the Liverpool Lime Street to Windermere station pair. Use this guide to compare Liverpool and Windermere train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Liverpool Lime Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, Upper Crust, Starbucks, JD Wetherspoon
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located near Platform 7.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:38, Sun: 07:15 - 23:05. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage storage is the Excess Baggage Co. lockers and staffed luggage storage counter are located in the main concourse near the escalators across from Platform 6. Open daily 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Liverpool Lime Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Lime Street: Full wheelchair access throughout the station, with help points at the Skelhorne Street entrance and at customer information desk in the main concourse.
Nearby hotels include Pembroke Studios, Riley’s Rooms, Holiday Inn Liverpool City Center.
Liverpool James Street is 1 km from Liverpool city centre. Public transport options include:
Liverpool James Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool James Street.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool James Street. ATMs are available at Liverpool James Street.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool James Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool James Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool James Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform”The Ticket Office is step free via James Street only and platforms can be accessed via lifts, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Liverpool Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Liverpool Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Liverpool Central. ATMs are available at Liverpool Central.
Ticket office support is available at Liverpool Central. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0151 555 1111, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Liverpool Central: Parking, WC.
Available at Liverpool Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Liverpool Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A: “This station has step free access to all platforms / the platform” All platforms can be accessed via lift, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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: No.
Windermere has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Windermere.
Ticket office support is available at Windermere.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Windermere: Parking, WC.
Available at Windermere: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Windermere: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Level access to platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: On Station Forecourt, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, 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.
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