Birmingham International to Windermere by train

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Overview: trains from Birmingham International to Windermere

Find the key information for travelling by train from Birmingham International to Windermere, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 01:24 View journey
Last train 23:03 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 50m View journey
Distance (km) 228
Trains / day 14 View all
Cheapest journey £35.80 View journey
Avg journey time 4hr 4m
Train operators 5

From Birmingham International to Windermere by train

Opt for comfortable, green travel and choose to go from Birmingham International to Windermere by train. With 14 trains per day, you will have various options to choose from. Read on for details on the quickest routes, total travel distance, tips on saving money on tickets and more.

Train cost between Birmingham International and Windermere

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: £35.80

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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Departure frequency and timetable from Birmingham International to Windermere

Here are the scheduling basics for trains from Birmingham International to Windermere:

  • 01:24 is the first scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 23:03 the the last scheduled train (Monday-Friday).

  • 05:47 is the first scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • 22:40 is the last scheduled train (Saturday and Sunday).

  • A train departs every 47 minutes from Birmingham International toward Windermere.

Start booking your ticket aboard one of the 14 trains serving this route each day.

Average train travel time from Birmingham International to Windermere

The quickest time by train is 2 hours and 50 minutes, travelling a total distance of 228 kilometres.

When are tickets between Birmingham International and Windermere available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Birmingham International and Windermere can be purchased 3 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Additional information on train travel from Birmingham International to Windermere

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Windermere city guide to start planning your getaway.

FAQs about the train journey from Birmingham International to Windermere

Want to know more about your journey from Birmingham International to Windermere? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey from Birmingham International to Windermere covers 228 kilometres in total.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.