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Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere Coach Timetable
Coach from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity coaches per day from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere. Traveling by coach from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere usually takes around 3 hours and 38 minutes, but the fastest National Express coach can make the trip in 3 hours and 35 minutes.
| Distance | 67 mi (108 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 35m |
| Cheapest price | £11.04 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Coach lines | 1 |
What coach companies travel from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere. National Express is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 2 | 3h 38m | £12.42 |
National Express is probably the UK's best-known bus company, offering intercity services to London, Manchester, Southampton, and Edinburgh. Onboard the single and double-decker vehicles, travelers enjoy a good amount of legroom – roomier than airlines have in coach class – alongside WiFi, restrooms, and air conditioning.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere
The coach takes an average of 3 hours and 38 minutes to cover the 67 miles from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere. However, the fastest coach only takes 3 hours and 35 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first coach leaves at 08:00 and the last coach leaves at 08:00. To see the times for all coaches from Manchester to Bowness-on-Windermere, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Manchester
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Most recognizable for its world-famous football team, Manchester is a modern, vibrant city with a diverse range of attractions that will appeal to explorers of all kinds. Often referred to as "The Capital of the North," Manchester is also known for being the birthplace of the industrial revolution. Visitors can relive this booming era by taking a trip to the Science and Industry Museum to see how this previously small town changed the world's ideas of industry and manufacturing forever. These days, Manchester is famous for its music and art scene, with it being the birthplace of bands like The Smiths and Oasis.
Art and music-lovers may want to visit Afflecks, a vast and eclectic emporium of all things indie and grunge, to purchase records, artwork, and memorabilia, among many other things. Manchester is also home to 15 parks and gardens, with Fletcher Moss Park and Botanical Gardens among the most popular. This park provides a beautiful setting for picnics and scenic walks, perfect for when you need an escape from the bustling city.
And if you really are only here for Man U, both Old Trafford and Etihad Stadium are stops on our itinerary to visit every premier league stadium in England.
With three large train stations—Piccadilly, Oxford Road, and Victoria—Manchester is easily accessible via rail. National Express and Megabus coaches also allow access from all over the country. In addition, Manchester Airport houses three large terminals, which provide global entry to the city.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Manchester?
Main departure station: Broadway Bus Stop
Manchester has two coach stations with service to Bowness-on-Windermere.
All coach stations in Manchester:
Broadway Bus Stop
Leisure Centre - Broadway
Where does the coach arrive in Bowness-on-Windermere?
Main arrival station: 4a Promenade
All coaches from Manchester arrive at one main station in Bowness-on-Windermere.
Coach stations in Bowness-on-Windermere:
4a Promenade
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