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Compare train and bus for Wolverhampton to Windermere
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Wolverhampton to Windermere among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $38, and a bus costs an average of $83.
Distance: 128 miles (206 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$54 Average price Cheapest | $83 Average price | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29h 23m Average total duration 28h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Wolverhampton to Windermere:
A train is $29 (€24) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Wolverhampton to Windermere costing on average $83 (€68).
Other travel options to Windermere take longer:
Bus takes on average 28h 53m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (2h 28m by train vs 2h 37m by car). Tickets start at around $54 (€44) compared to roughly $53 (€43) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Wolverhampton to Windermere by train or bus
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Why should you book Wolverhampton to Windermere trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Wolverhampton to Windermere.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Avanti West Coast with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Wolverhampton to Windermere.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Transpennine Express or Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from Wolverhampton to Windermere.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Wolverhampton to Windermere.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Wolverhampton to Windermere
Trains from Wolverhampton to Windermere run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 19:48. The fastest train covers the 128 miles (206 km) distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 128 miles (206 km) |
Average train duration 2h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 7:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Cross Country from Wolverhampton to Windermere trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Cross Country trains will get you between Wolverhampton and Windermere from $38 (€31). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Transpennine Express
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FAQs: Trains from Wolverhampton to Windermere
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Wolverhampton 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Wolverhampton to Windermere
Most Wolverhampton to Windermere trains use the Wolverhampton to Windermere station pair. Use this guide to compare Wolverhampton and Windermere train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Wolverhampton station do trains to Windermere leave from?
Getting to Wolverhampton from Wolverhampton city centre
Wolverhampton train station facilities and services
Wolverhampton has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Wolverhampton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Wolverhampton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wolverhampton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wolverhampton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wolverhampton: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wolverhampton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, 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: Yes.
Which Windermere station do trains from Wolverhampton arrive at?
Getting to Windermere from Windermere city centre
Windermere train station facilities and services
Windermere has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Windermere.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Windermere.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Windermere: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Windermere: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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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