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Days out & scenic buses in: Windermere

Windermere: discover the Lake District’s heart by foot, bus, and boat, leaving the car behind for a truly relaxing escape

Nestled in the heart of the Lake District, Windermere offers an idyllic escape, and exploring it without a car is part of its charm. Arriving by train brings you directly to the town, a perfect starting point for lakeside adventures and breathtaking scenery.

Embrace the freedom of exploring on foot with a gentle hike up Orrest Head for panoramic views that inspired Alfred Wainwright. Catch a relaxing lake cruise from Bowness-on-Windermere, connecting you to various attractions such as the family-friendly Brockhole on Windermere, the Lake District Visitor Centre. Wander through the captivating world of Peter Rabbit at The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction in Bowness, or delve into maritime history at the Windermere Jetty Museum.

Local bus services offer convenient links to nearby villages and charming spots, allowing you to immerse yourself in the natural beauty and local culture at a leisurely pace. Enjoy the journey as much as the destination, experiencing the tranquil beauty of the Lakes.

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Bus routes in Windermere

The Lakes X8: Chorley & Preston to Central Lakes express | Stagecoach in the Lakes

The Lakes X8

Discover the beauty of the Lakes on the X8 bus from Preston, Bamber Bridge and Lancaster.

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The Lakes 755: Heysham & Morecambe to Central Lakes | Stagecoach in the Lakes

The Lakes 755

Connect the coast to the countryside on The Lakes 755, linking Heysham and Morecambe with Kendal, Windermere and Bowness.

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The Lakes 516: Dungeon Ghyll to Ambleside & Windermere | Stagecoach in the Lakes

The Lakes 516

The Lakes 516: A spectacular journey from Windermere and Ambleside deep into the Langdale Valley.

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The Lakes 6: Barrow to Ulverston, Bowness & Windermere | Stagecoach in the Lakes

The Lakes 6

Travel from the Furness Coast to Bowness and Windermere with Stagecoach route 6.

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The Lakes 508: Penrith to Patterdale, Kirkstone Pass & Windermere | Stagecoach in the Lakes

The Lakes 508

Experience the dramatic Kirkstone Pass and Ullswater shores on the scenic Lakes 508 bus from Penrith to Windermere.

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The Lakes 505 – Coniston | Hawkshead | Ambleside – Stagecoach in the Lakes

The Lakes 505

Connecting Ambleside, in the heart of the Lakes, on a delightfully scenic adventure with Coniston Water & Esthwaite Water for mesmerising boating trips across the lakes.

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Lancaster to Keswick via Kendal & Windermere – The Lakes Connection 555 from Stagecoach in Cumbria

Lakes Connection 555

Travel through the heart of the Lake District on the Lakes Connection 555 - up to every 30 mins during the peak of Summer.

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Bowness & Windermere to Grasmere – open-top Lakesider 599 from Stagecoach in Cumbria

Lakesider 599

Discover unrivalled views along the shores of lake Windermere from the elevated seating of an open top double decker bus.

Open top tour

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Lakes Line: Explore the Lake District from Lancaster by train

Lakes Line

Discover the majestic Lake District with the scenic Lakes Line from Lancaster to Windermere and Kendal.

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