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Manchester to Windermere Bus Schedule
Bus from Manchester to Windermere: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Manchester to Windermere. Traveling by bus from Manchester to Windermere usually takes around 3 hours and 22 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 55 minutes.
| Distance | 68 mi (109 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 55m |
| Cheapest price | $13.05 |
| Trips per day | 2 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
There are several bus options that can take you from Manchester to Windermere:
See more detailsWhat bus companies travel from Manchester to Windermere?
There are multiple buses that travel from Manchester to Windermere, including National Express. Here is what you should know about the 1 most popular bus lines:
| BUS | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 2 | 3h 23m | $15.66 |
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 bus from Manchester to Windermere
Bus tickets for a trip from Manchester to Windermere cost $13 on average. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Manchester to Windermere. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Manchester to Windermere; ticket prices start at $21.
TRIPS PER DAY
2
DIRECT TRIPS
2
The bus takes an average of 3 hours and 22 minutes to cover the 68 miles from Manchester to Windermere. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 55 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
DISTANCE (MI)
68
DISTANCE (KM)
109
The first bus leaves at 1:00pm and the last bus leaves at 2:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Manchester to Windermere, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
EARLIEST BUS
1:00pm
LATEST BUS
2:00pm
Travel trends tend to vary greatly for bus trips from Manchester to Windermere.
City Information
Manchester
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 bus leave from in Manchester?
Main departure station: Manchester Airport
Refurbished in 2004 and 2014, Manchester Airport Station is a combined rail, Metrolink tram, and bus station. Referred to as "The Station" on signage, it is linked to the airport terminals by the Sky Link elevated walkway. Northern, TransPennine Express, and Transport for Wales operate rail services, with destinations including central Manchester, Edinburgh, and Glasgow. National Express and Megabus also operate frequent buses to and from the airport. The Metrolink tram connects with Manchester Victoria rail station, located much closer to the center of Manchester.
All bus stations in Manchester:
- Manchester Airport
- Manchester Coach Station
Where does the bus arrive in Windermere?
Main arrival station: Church St
All buses from Manchester arrive at one main station in Windermere.
All bus stations in Windermere:
- Church St
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