The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Ambleside
Cheapest price
$135
Average price
$149
Fastest journey
3 h 1 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
376 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Ambleside is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Ambleside will cost around $149 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $135.
It's difficult to get from London to Ambleside without transferring at least once.
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G854245:30 PM3h01London Euston (EUS)8:31 PMStaveley station (SVL)$1351One-way1 transfer
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G854245:30 PM3h07London Euston (EUS)8:37 PMWindermere station (WDM)$1351One-way1 transfer
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G853748:40 AM4h12London Euston (EUS)12:52 PMStaveley station (SVL)$1431One-way1 transfer
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G853658:30 AM3h04London Euston (EUS)11:34 AMStaveley station (SVL)$1431One-way1 transfer
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G853658:30 AM3h10London Euston (EUS)11:40 AMWindermere station (WDM)$1431One-way1 transfer
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G854245:30 PM3h01London Euston (EUS)8:31 PMStaveley station (SVL)$1351One-way1 transfer
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G853658:30 AM3h04London Euston (EUS)11:34 AMStaveley station (SVL)$1431One-way1 transfer
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G890694:30 PM3h04London Euston (EUS)7:34 PMStaveley station (SVL)$1521One-way1 transfer
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G854245:30 PM3h07London Euston (EUS)8:37 PMWindermere station (WDM)$1351One-way1 transfer
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G853658:30 AM3h10London Euston (EUS)11:40 AMWindermere station (WDM)$1431One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for London to Ambleside
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Ambleside among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. 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 $17, and a flight costs an average of $65.
Distance: 233 miles (376 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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$125 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $155 Average price | $135 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 9m Average total duration 6h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Ambleside:
A bus is $91 (€73) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Ambleside costing on average $125 (€101).
A bus is $120 (€97) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Ambleside costing on average $155 (€125).
Other travel options to Ambleside take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 7m.
Bus takes on average 6h 39m.
The journey is about 2h 22m faster (3h 7m by train vs 5h 29m by car) and roughly $10 (€8) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($125 (€101) 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
London to Ambleside train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Ambleside 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 |
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![]() | 8:30 AM London | 3h28 | 11:58 AM Ambleside | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:27 AM London | 3h31 | 12:58 PM Ambleside | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM London | 3h28 | 12:58 PM Ambleside | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM London | 4h15 | 2:45 PM Ambleside | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM London | 3h26 | 2:56 PM Ambleside | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM London | 3h26 | 3:56 PM Ambleside | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Ambleside
Trains from London to Ambleside run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $64 (€52) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) 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 2h 58m.
Distance 233 miles (376 km) |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€52) |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 5:31 AM |
Last train 7:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from London to Ambleside trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between London and Ambleside from $17 (€14). 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 London to Ambleside
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Ambleside 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 Ambleside, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Ambleside
- 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.
- 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)
- Opening hours: Monday 03:10 - 01:00 Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday 04:00 - 01:00 Friday,Saturday,Sunday 03:40 - 01:00 Adjacent to Platform 10
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: All the platforms are on the same level. There are lifts and escalators available to get to the Liverpool Street bus station and shops.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available at the taxi rank along platform 10 (during station opening hours) and outside the station entrance (during station closing hours)
- Accessible ticket machines: There are 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: The Station Public toilets are located down the stairs, opposite platform 11. Accessible toilets and baby changing facilities are available adjacent to platform 10.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Adjacent to Platform 10 and can be operated by a radar key. There is also a buzzer at the toilet door.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Inside station next to taxi rank alongside platform 10 and outside Bishopsgate entrance
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on either Liverpool Street (outside the station entrance), or beside Platform 10, depending on operational requirements
- Metro: Liverpool Street underground station has connections to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines.
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