The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Bowness-on-Windermere
Cheapest price
€93
Average price
€104
Fastest journey
4 h 17 m
Average duration
5 h 29 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
369 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Bowness-on-Windermere is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Bowness-on-Windermere will cost around €104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €93.
Of the 2 trains that leave London for Bowness-on-Windermere on Sun, Aug 16, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Aug 16 the direct trains cover the 369 km distance in an average of 5 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 17 m .
On Sun, Aug 16 the slowest trains will take 6 h 41 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.
12:39 PM6h41London7:20 PMBowness-on-Windermere€931One-way0 transfers
7:47 AM4h17London12:04 PMBowness-on-Windermere€1151One-way0 transfers
7:47 AM4h17London12:04 PMBowness-on-Windermere€1151One-way0 transfers
12:39 PM6h41London7:20 PMBowness-on-Windermere€931One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for London to Bowness-on-Windermere
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Bowness-on-Windermere among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €71. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €71, and a flight costs an average of €55.
Distance: 229 miles (369 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€101 Average price Cheapest | €125 Average price | €107 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 40m Average total duration 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Bowness-on-Windermere:
A train is €23 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from London to Bowness-on-Windermere costing on average €125.
Other travel options to Bowness-on-Windermere take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 10m.
The journey is about 2h 11m faster (3h 10m by train vs 5h 21m by car) and roughly €6 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€101 vs €107). 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 Bowness-on-Windermere train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Bowness-on-Windermere trains for today, Saturday, August 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:30 AM London | 3h28 | 12:58 PM Bowness-on-Windermere | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM London | 4h31 | 5:01 PM Bowness-on-Windermere | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 16 | |||||
![]() | 7:47 AM London | 4h17 | 12:04 PM Bowness-on-Windermere | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Bowness-on-Windermere
Trains from London to Bowness-on-Windermere run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €71 but you can travel from only €55 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:31, the last at 19:58. The fastest train covers the 229 miles (369 km) distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 229 miles (369 km) |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price €71 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 5:31 AM |
Last train 7:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from London to Bowness-on-Windermere trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between London and Bowness-on-Windermere from €55. 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 Bowness-on-Windermere
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London to Bowness-on-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 Bowness-on-Windermere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from London to Bowness-on-Windermere
Most London to Bowness-on-Windermere trains use the London Euston to Staveley station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Bowness-on-Windermere train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Euston from London city centre
London Euston train station facilities and services
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
Getting to London Paddington from London city centre
London Paddington train station facilities and services
London Paddington 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 and drink
Food options include: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
Getting to Heathrow Terminal 5 from London city centre
Heathrow Terminal 5 is 25 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminal 5 train station facilities and services
Heathrow Terminal 5 has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminal 5.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Heathrow Terminal 5: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminal 5: 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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