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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from York to Windermere
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€100
Fastest journey
3 h 14 m
Average duration
3 h 18 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from York to Windermere is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from York to Windermere will cost around €100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
It's difficult to get from York to Windermere without transferring at least once.
G15883+
G89040 · G85343+
W340232:35 AM5h14York station (YRK)7:49 AMWindermere station (WDM)€261One-way3 transfers- G88984+W34290+G890671:24 PM3h29York station (YRK)4:53 PMWindermere station (WDM)€391One-way2 transfers
- G88990+W34292+G854042:24 PM3h37York station (YRK)6:01 PMWindermere station (WDM)€471One-way2 transfers
- G88969 · G8907110:24 AM3h30York station (YRK)1:54 PMWindermere station (WDM)€1091One-way1 transfer
- G88955+W85174+G853576:20 AM3h31York station (YRK)9:51 AMWindermere station (WDM)€1091One-way2 transfers
- C32449+W85188+G85384+
G0114811:42 AM3h14York station (YRK)2:56 PMWindermere station (WDM)€1091One-way3 transfers - C24623+P24046 · G89057+W341695:21 PM3h16York station (YRK)8:37 PMWindermere station (WDM)€1091One-way4 transfers
- C32429 · G85374+W29868+W851799:42 AM3h16York station (YRK)12:58 PMWindermere station (WDM)€1091One-way3 transfers
- G15894+P24048 · G89045 · G853658:19 AM3h21York station (YRK)11:40 AMWindermere station (WDM)€1091One-way4 transfers
- C03182+G890694:20 PM3h21York station (YRK)7:41 PMWindermere station (WDM)€1091One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for York to Windermere
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from York to Windermere among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 128 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€50 Average price | €25 Average price Cheapest |
3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 2m Average total duration 6h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
York to Windermere train times
The table below shows live departures for York to Windermere trains for today, Tuesday, July 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C32429 · G85374+W85179+W29868 | Delayed 9:18 AM 9:42 AMYork station (YRK) | 3h16 | 12:58 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 3 transfers | |
| G88969 · G89071 | On time 10:24 AM York station (YRK) | 3h30 | 1:54 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 1 transfer | |
| G88969 · G89071+W33935 | On time 10:24 AM York station (YRK) | 3h30 | 1:54 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 2 transfers | |
| G89067+C24701 | Delayed 1:50 PM 10:58 AMYork station (YRK) | 5h55 | 4:53 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, July 8 | |||||
| G15883+G89040+W34023+G85343 | On time 2:35 AM York station (YRK) | 5h14 | 7:49 AM Windermere station (WDM) | 3 transfers | |
| C24826 · W85165+G85357 | 5:02 AM York station (YRK) | 4h49 | 9:51 AM Windermere station (WDM) | 2 transfers | |
| C24679+G89042+W85174+G85357 | 5:58 AM York station (YRK) | 3h53 | 9:51 AM Windermere station (WDM) | 3 transfers | |
| C24679+G89062 | 5:58 AM York station (YRK) | 4h43 | 10:41 AM Windermere station (WDM) | 1 transfer | |
| G88955+W85174+G85357 | 6:20 AM York station (YRK) | 3h31 | 9:51 AM Windermere station (WDM) | 2 transfers | |
| G15891+G89062 | 7:17 AM York station (YRK) | 3h24 | 10:41 AM Windermere station (WDM) | 1 transfer | |
| C24686+G89045+W34254+G85365 | 7:57 AM York station (YRK) | 3h43 | 11:40 AM Windermere station (WDM) | 3 transfers | |
| G15894+P24048 · G89045+W34254 | 8:19 AM York station (YRK) | 3h21 | 11:40 AM Windermere station (WDM) | 4 transfers | |
| G88965+W33941+G85374 | 9:24 AM York station (YRK) | 3h34 | 12:58 PM Windermere station (WDM) | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from York to Windermere
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from York to Windermere run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:42, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 128 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 1:42 AM |
Last train 9:47 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from York to Windermere trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between York and Windermere from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from York to Windermere
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from York 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 York to Windermere
Most York to Windermere trains use the York to Windermere station pair. Use this guide to compare York and Windermere train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which York station do trains to Windermere leave from?
Getting to York from York city centre
York train station facilities and services
York has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at York.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at York. ATMs are available at York.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at York.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at York: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at York: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at York: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: No advance booking is required but it will reduce the waiting time for a wheelchair access Taxi, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible machines are available on the main concourse, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Windermere station do trains from York arrive at?
Getting to Windermere from Windermere city centre
Windermere train station facilities and services
Windermere has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Windermere.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Windermere.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Windermere: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Windermere: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Windermere: 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.
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