- Must visit
The British Museum
World-famous museum of human history, art, and archaeology, with highlights such as the Rosetta Stone and Parthenon sculptures.
Cheapest price
$154
Average price
$154
Fastest journey
3 h 53 m
Average duration
3 h 57 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
359 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ulverston to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ulverston to London will cost around $154 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $154.
It's difficult to get from Ulverston to London without transferring at least once.
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G89882Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulverston to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, and a train costs an average of $91.
Distance: 223 miles (359 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$138 Average price | $45 Average price Cheapest | $158 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration 6h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Ulverston to London:
A bus is $93 (€76) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ulverston to London costing on average $138 (€113).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 55m.
The journey is about 1h 43m faster (3h 32m by train vs 5h 15m by car) and roughly $20 (€16) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($138 (€113) vs $158 (€130)). 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.
The table below shows live departures for Ulverston to London trains for today, Sunday, July 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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![]() | 9:49 AM Ulverston | 5h30 | 3:19 PM London | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Ulverston to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $91 (€75) but you can travel from only $27 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 223 miles (359 km) distance in 3h 53m.
Distance 223 miles (359 km) |
Average train duration 3h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $91 (€75) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 53m |
First train 12:39 AM |
Last train 11:02 PM |
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World-famous museum of human history, art, and archaeology, with highlights such as the Rosetta Stone and Parthenon sculptures.
Major art museum on Trafalgar Square with an outstanding collection of European paintings from the 13th to early 20th centuries.
Leading modern and contemporary art gallery in a former power station on the Thames, known for landmark exhibitions and river views.
Lively district known for street performers, elegant arcades, shopping, and easy access to theatres and central landmarks.
One of London's best walking areas, with river views, cultural venues, and a steady stream of iconic sights.
Charming neighborhood of colorful houses, independent shops, and photogenic streets that remain highly popular with visitors.
Battered white fish with thick-cut chips, traditionally served with mushy peas and tartar sauce. A classic British comfort food strongly associated with London pubs and chippies.
A traditional East London dish of minced meat pie served with mashed potatoes and parsley liquor. It is one of the city’s most distinctive working-class foods.
A hearty plate of eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms, tomatoes, and toast. It is a staple morning meal across London and the wider UK.
A stylish, very popular restaurant inspired by Bombay cafe culture, known for its house black daal, bacon naan roll, and lively atmosphere.
An influential, established restaurant celebrated for nose-to-tail British cooking, simple ingredients, and iconic dishes such as roast bone marrow.
London’s oldest restaurant, famous for classic British dishes, game, pies, and traditional desserts in an elegant historic setting.
London is costly by UK standards. Hotels, transport, and dining add up quickly, though budget eats and free museums help control costs.
Service charge of 12.5% is often added in restaurants; if not, tip 10-12%. No tip needed for pubs at the bar. Round up taxi fares or add about 10% for good service.
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