Trains from Manchester to Windermere

Manchester to Windermere train information

Manchester Windermere train map

Train duration 1h53m
Arrival Windermere, England
Departure Manchester, England
Distance 68 Miles
Lowest train price from £5.54
Average train price £19.00
  • Find your ticket on gopili to identify the different operators for your train between Manchester (North West England) to Windermere (North West England). The services on board can vary depending on the rail company.
  • There are 68 miles between the 2 cities and the average journey time from Manchester to Windermere is approximately 1h53m. Taking the train is often the fastest option to get to Windermere from Manchester, and it's also a greener option than driving your car or flying.
  • The cheapest fare we've found for the next 180 days is £5.54 one way.

Best prices for Manchester to Windermere train tickets

from £5.54 MORE 1h39m

Manchester - Windermere prices calendar

Find the cheapest tickets to travel from Manchester to Windermere by train, bus, ride sharing and plane.

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Ticket prices and availability have been recorded in the last 72 hours from the data provided by our partners.

Train times Manchester to Windermere

When are the next trains to Windermere?

Departure Arrival Duration Company
Today
Manchester Deansgate
16:08
Windermere
18:49
1h37m Multiple companies
Manchester Victoria
16:09
Windermere
18:49
1h36m Multiple companies
Manchester Deansgate
17:08
Windermere
19:42
1h48m Multiple companies
Tomorrow
Manchester Deansgate
05:55
Windermere
07:49
1h24m Multiple companies
Manchester Deansgate
06:39
Windermere
08:48
1h36m Multiple companies
Manchester Deansgate
08:56
Windermere
10:41
1h45m Multiple companies
Manchester Deansgate
09:08
Windermere
13:54
1h57m Multiple companies
Manchester Victoria
09:13
Windermere
11:40
1h36m Multiple companies
Manchester Oxford Road
09:37
Windermere
11:40
1h37m Multiple companies
Manchester Deansgate
10:39
Windermere
12:58
1h33m Multiple companies
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The table above only shows the remaining services for today and will display a maximum of 10 train departures.

See all departures: Today / Tomorrow

According to our data, 15 trains from Manchester to Windermere are running today and 23 tomorrow. The first Manchester Windermere train is at 10:08 and the last one is at 17:08. The first and last departure times may be different on each day of the week and there may be fewer services during weekends or public holidays. Rail operators may also increase or decrease the number of trains during school holidays or depending on the season.

Manchester - Windermere: the best time to book cheap trains

Price of the ticket when booking in advance or at the last minute

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£9

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£9

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£17

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Days before Departure

The Prices for train tickets Manchester to Windermere will increase if you don't book early. If we look at our data, if you book your seat 1 month in advance, tickets should be available from £8 whereas when buying your ticket on the day you're travelling, you will need to spend at least £17 for your journey. Thus, you can save 54% on the price of your ticket by purchasing your seat 1 month in advance rather than on the day you're travelling.

The results are based on the best fares found over the past 6 months when buying in advance versus at the last minute.

Best prices for Manchester to Windermere trains

We compare train ticket for all major companies to travel between Manchester and Windermere by train and find the best prices for the coming days. Take a look at the prices of train tickets Windermere to Manchester and find the best deal for your outbound journey.

From To Price Departure on At Company Searched
Manchester
Oxford Road
Windermere
£10.30 01/05/2025 07:25 17 hours ago
Manchester
Deansgate
Windermere
£11.43 01/05/2025 10:39 17 hours ago
Manchester
Deansgate
Windermere
£13.27 01/05/2025 07:39 17 hours ago
Manchester
Piccadilly
Windermere
£14.20 01/05/2025 04:57 17 hours ago
Manchester
Deansgate
Windermere
£14.66 01/05/2025 07:56 17 hours ago

Best prices for the next 180 days.

Manchester Windermere train

Discount Manchester - Windermere train tickets

National Railcards can bring you great savings if you're taking the train. Depending on your age as well as your situation, you might want to get one of the 5 different railcards: Disabled persons, 16-25, Two together, Senior or Family and Friends railcards. Railcards can enable you to make great savings for your Manchester Windermere train ticket.

What are the benefits of a railcard?

When getting a railcard, the idea is to make savings after several trips. But is it really relevant when taking the train from Manchester to Windermere? Grab your calculator, taking into account:

A = the railcard cost (i.e.: £30)

B = average discount offered by the railcard (i.e.: 34%)

C = average fare for a Manchester Windermere ticket (i.e.: £18.16)(1)

Start by dividing A by B: this will show you the budget from which the card will be worthwile. Then divide that number by C. You will see the average number of trips needed per year to start saving money.

In our example, A/B = £30/34% = £88.00. Then, 88/£18.16 = 4.85. Your railcard will be worth the investment after on average 5 trips from Manchester to Windermere (one way journey).

What is the cost of a railcard?

The price to purchase a Disabled persons railcard is £20 while it will cost you £30 to get the 16-25, Two together, Family and Friends or the Senior railcard. All of them enable you to save 34% off most train fares for an entire year.

(1)Average prices observed over the last 6 months for one way journey

Train Journey Average price without railcard(1) With a railcard 34% off(2) Saving based on a one-way trip Number of return trips to pay off the cost
Manchester to Windermere train £18.16 £12.10 £6.05 4.86

(1)Average price observed over the last 6 months for one way

(2)Price calculated with an average reduction of 34% on train tickets fare

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