How to Get to Lake District From London

By Train:

Coming by train is by far the more relaxing way to travel from London to the Lake District. It’s also the quickest way to get here, only taking 3 1/4 to 3 1/2 hours, whereas it can take 6-7 hours by car. The train companies can offer some really good ticket prices depending on how far in advance you book.

Here are some simple details of how to get to our B&B by public transport.

1. Train from Euston to Penrith (North Lakes) (average time 3hrs 15 mins)

2. Bus (X4 or X5) from Penrith Station to Keswick or

3. Train from Euston to Oxenholme Lake District (average time 3hrs 17mins)

4. Train from Oxenholme to Windermere

5. Bus (555) from Windermere to Keswick

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By Car:

These are the main routes north to the lake District by car from London (6-7 hours)

1. By motorway to the South Lakes - M40, M42, M6 toll (far quicker), M6, A590, A591 to Windermere and Ambleside

2. By motorway to the North Lakes - M40, M42, M6 toll (far quicker), M6, A66 to Keswick

3. A1 to Scotch Corner, A66 to Keswick

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When using our postcode on SatNav or your phone, we have found that they always take you too far. If you get What3Words app and put in newer.thudded.consumed, it will guide right to our front gate.

We have a page that gives detailed directions to find us whether you are travelling by car, train or bus here.

Whichever way you choose to travel, we hope you have a safe journey and look forward to seeing you when you arrive.