Bristol to Windermere by train

Compare prices, times and book fast direct trains

Overview: trains from Bristol to Windermere

Find the key information for travelling by train from Bristol 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 01:37 View journey
Last train 22:20 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 4hr 4m View journey
Distance (km) 320
Trains / day 34 View all
Cheapest journey £91.74 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 45m
Train operators 12

Travelling from Bristol to Windermere by train

Want to know how to get from Bristol to Windermere by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Bristol to Windermere take around 4 hours and 4 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 320 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Bristol is scheduled to depart at around  06:27. The last departure is usually at around 22:10 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Bristol at around 01:37, with the last train leaving at around 22:20. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 34 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 22 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from £91.74.

We think any time is a great time to visit Windermere, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Windermere.

Is there a direct train from Bristol to Windermere?

The journey between Bristol and Windermere usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Bristol to Windermere?

The Bristol to Windermere train travel takes about 4 hours and 4 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Bristol to Windermere train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Windermere leaving Bristol at around 06:27 and the last train leaving at around 22:10 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Bristol at around 01:37, with the final departure at 22:20.

230+ European rail operators Official partner of 230+ European rail operators

Sncf Eurostar Deutsche Bahn Trenitalia National Rail ÖBB Renfe SBB
Interrail Eurail TGV Lyria Swiss Travel System Italo Iryo Alleo OUIGO RegioJet

Travellers rate us "Excellent!"

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.