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Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Windermere to Ambleside. Traveling by bus from Windermere to Ambleside usually takes around 14 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 11 minutes.
Distance | 4 mi (6 km) |
Shortest duration | 0h 11m |
Cheapest price | $6.01 |
Trips per day | 2 |
Most frequent service | National Express |
Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Windermere to Ambleside?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Windermere to Ambleside. 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.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
National Express | 2 | 0h 15m | $8.06 |
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
The bus takes an average of 14 minutes to cover the 4 miles from Windermere to Ambleside. However, the fastest bus only takes 11 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
The first bus leaves at 5:00pm and the last bus leaves at 5:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Windermere to Ambleside, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Windermere?
Main departure station: Church St
Most buses depart from the main station in Windermere.
All bus stations in Windermere:
Church St
Where does the bus arrive in Ambleside?
Main arrival station: Bus Interchange
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Ambleside.
All bus stations in Ambleside:
Bus Interchange
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