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Days out & scenic buses in: Lake District

Journey through the heart of the Lake District: Experience stunning vistas and charming towns, all effortlessly accessible for the car-free traveller.

Nestled in Cumbria, the Lake District National Park offers a truly spectacular escape, with its shimmering lakes, towering fells, and picturesque villages. Imagine soaking in breathtaking scenery without a care in the world, simply by letting your journey unfold. This magnificent region is wonderfully navigable, inviting you to embrace a slower pace of travel and fully immerse yourself in its natural grandeur.

Hop aboard a scenic bus, such as the famous Stagecoach 555 route, which carves its way through the very heart of the Lakes, connecting towns like Windermere, Ambleside, and Grasmere with ease. For an even more immersive experience, the open-top 599 service offers unparalleled views of Lake Windermere and the surrounding fells as you travel between bustling Bowness and the tranquil village of Grasmere. These routes also provide convenient access to literary gems like William Wordsworth’s Dove Cottage, or the majestic Aira Force waterfall.

Beyond the buses, serene lake cruises on Windermere and Ullswater offer a delightful way to explore, linking lakeside villages and attractions and providing a unique perspective of the landscape. You can easily combine bus and boat tickets for a seamless day out, leaving you free to admire the dramatic scenery and discover charming local spots, from traditional tea rooms to quaint shops, without a thought for parking.

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Bus routes in Lake District

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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Keswick to Honister Pass & Buttermere – 77/77A scenic bus route from Stagecoach Cumbria

The Honister Rambler 77

One of Britain's most scenic bus routes - take a hike around Lake Buttermere or explore Honister Slate Mine.

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Carlisle, Caldbeck & Keswick – Explore the Lakes on 553 from Stagecoach

The Lakes 553

A beautiful Saturday's only route running through the heart of Cumbria - alight in Keswick to explore Buttermere or stay on the bus for Glenridding & Patterdale.

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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.

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