How to travel from Liverpool to Windermere

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Compare train and bus for Liverpool to Windermere

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Liverpool to Windermere among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €33 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 27m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €33, while a train costs an average of €33.

Distance: 67 miles (108 km)

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€33

Average price

Cheapest

€26

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 57m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 44m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Northern Rail

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The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool to Windermere is a train with an average price of €33.
The fastest way to travel from Liverpool to Windermere is by train with an average journey time of 2h 27m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Liverpool and Windermere including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Liverpool to Windermere among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €33 compared to roughly €26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-7.27. The journey takes 1h 57m versus 1h 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Liverpool to Windermere

How to get from Liverpool to Windermere by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Liverpool to Windermere is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Northern RailG89635 · G89062
    8:39 AM2h02
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    10:41 AMWindermere station (WDM)
    €221One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Northern RailG89635 · G89062
    8:39 AM2h02
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    10:41 AMWindermere station (WDM)
    €221One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Transpennine ExpressW85174+Northern RailG85357
    8:13 AM1h38
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    9:51 AMWindermere station (WDM)
    €621One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Northern RailG86217 · G85351+Avanti West CoastW34213
    6:45 AM2h03
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    8:48 AMWindermere station (WDM)
    €321One-way
    2 transfers
  • Northern RailG86251 · G85374+Avanti West CoastW33941
    10:45 AM2h13
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    12:58 PMWindermere station (WDM)
    €341One-way
    2 transfers
  • Northern RailG89639 · G85365+Avanti West CoastW34254
    9:39 AM2h01
    Liverpool Lime Street (LIV)
    11:40 AMWindermere station (WDM)
    €371One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Liverpool to Windermere

Travel to Windermere easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Liverpool to Windermere.

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There are 2 options to travel between Liverpool and Windermere including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Liverpool to Windermere is a train with an average price of €33.
The fastest way to travel from Liverpool to Windermere is by train with an average journey time of 2h 27m.
The distance from Liverpool to Windermere is approximately 67 miles (108 km).
The average frequency per day from Liverpool to Windermere is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Liverpool and Windermere as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Liverpool to Windermere:
  • Trains mostly depart from Liverpool Lime Street (LIV) and arrive in Windermere station (WDM).
  • Ferries mostly depart from Isle of Man (Steam Packet Company) and arrive in Douglas.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Liverpool to Windermere, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, East Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast, Mersey Rail to go to Windermere by train.
Omio customers who travel from Liverpool to Windermere often also extend their vacation to go to London, Edinburgh, Manchester, Manchester Piccadilly (MAN), Glasgow. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Windermere and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Windermere to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Windermere, visitors can explore Brockhole on Windermere for family-friendly activities, Wray Castle for a taste of mock-Gothic architecture, and the Windermere Jetty Museum for insights into the history of boats. The Claife Viewing Station offers stunning lake views, while Fell Foot Park is ideal for picnics. Notable sights include Lake Windermere, The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, Orrest Head for panoramic views, Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House for its architecture, and the Holehird Gardens with its diverse plant collections.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Windermere is ideal to explore its stunning landscapes, enjoy lake activities, and visit local attractions like the Lake District National Park and surrounding villages.

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