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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from London to Windermere
Cheapest price
€123
Average price
€123
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
370 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Windermere is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Windermere will cost around €123 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €123.
It's difficult to get from London to Windermere without transferring at least once.
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Compare train and flight for London to Windermere
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Windermere among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €48, and a flight costs an average of €37.
Distance: 370 km
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€115 Average price Cheapest | €182 Average price |
4h 21m Average total duration 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
London to Windermere train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Windermere trains for today, Tuesday, January 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:30 PM London | 3h11 | 9:41 PM Windermere | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, January 14 | |||||
| L02286+C74087+L11123 | On time 9:30 AM London Euston (EUS) | 3h28 | 12:58 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 2 transfers | |
| W02429+L07639 | On time 10:30 AM London Euston (EUS) | 3h24 | 1:54 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 1 transfer | |
| W02426+C74097+L11119 | On time 11:30 AM London Euston (EUS) | 3h26 | 2:56 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 2 transfers | |
| W02422+L08391 | On time 12:30 PM London Euston (EUS) | 4h23 | 4:53 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 1 transfer | |
| W02422+C74099+L11116 | On time 12:30 PM London Euston (EUS) | 3h26 | 3:56 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 2 transfers | |
| W01944+C74109+L11733 | On time 1:40 PM London Euston (EUS) | 4h21 | 6:01 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Train from London to Windermere
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Trains from London to Windermere run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €48 but you can travel from only €37 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 20:41. The fastest train covers the 370 km distance in 3h 6m.
Distance 370 km |
Average train duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €48 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 6m |
First train 00:39 |
Last train 20:41 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express from London to Windermere trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains, TransPennine Express trains will get you between London and Windermere from €37. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from London to Windermere
Travellers planning a Lake District break can use rail services from London to Windermere, with one change required en route. There are connections to the Cumbrian resort seven days a week with total journey times to Windermere ranging from just over three hours to a little over four hours. Departures from London begin from very early in the morning, allowing passengers from the capital to be in the Lake District by mid-morning, while evening trains offer the chance to head north after work.
Which train companies travel from London to Windermere?
The journey from London to Windermere involves taking Virgin Trains departures from London Euston on the West Coast Main Line and changing at Oxenholme Lake District or Lancaster for onward Northern Rail connections to Windermere. Occasionally the final leg of the journey from Oxenholme to Windermere uses a rail replacement bus service.
How long is the train from London to Windermere?
The fastest connection from London Euston to Windermere is the early evening departure from the capital which takes three hours and ten minutes to cover the 250-mile trip north-west from the capital to the Lakes. Other journey times on this route vary considerably according to the time of day, ranging from three hours and 12 minutes to four hours and 20 minutes.
How many trains are there from London to Windermere?
On weekdays and Saturdays, there are 17 daily connections to Windermere from London Euston using Virgin Trains and Northern Rail services. Departures begin very early in the morning, continuing with services at least every hour until early evening. The Sunday schedule offers 11 connections, with a later departure time for the first morning service.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from London to Windermere?
Departure train station: Euston Station is located on the northern side of central London, served by its own bus terminus and a Tube station with Underground trains on three lines. The station has supermarkets, sandwich shops, fast food outlets, bakeries, coffee shops, left luggage facilities and taxi ranks.
Arrival train station: Windermere station is located in the centre of the village, about 15 minutes' walk from the lakeside, with Lake District buses stopping close by. The station has an adjacent supermarket and cafe, taxi rank and a bike hire shop.
FAQs: Trains from London to Windermere
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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 London to Windermere
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Nando's
- The Signal Box
- Delice de France
- Tortilla
- Starbucks
- AMT Coffee
- Upper Crust
- Camden Food Co.
- & many more
- Taxi: The taxi rank is located beneath the station.
- Accessible taxis: The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.
- Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
- Toilets Location: These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Hilton London Euston
- The Wesley Euston Hotel
- Travelodge London Central Euston
- Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
- Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
- Sun: 07:00 - 00:00
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On platform 18 at buffer end, West Colonnade opposite Sainsbury's, alongside station entrance, East Colonnade opposite M&S and to the rear of Nandos and Cafe Rouge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the center of the station's main concourse.
- Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
- Overground lines: Watford DC
- Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
- Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
WifiShoppingParkingATMAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket Office
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
- Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
ParkingAccessibilityLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket Office- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 05:00 - 23:59
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 20:45 Sunday 11:10 - 20:40
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the station entrance
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