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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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Lakes Connection 555 - Lancaster to Kendal & Keswick via Bolton le Sands, Carnforth, Levens, Windermere, Ambleside, Rydal & Grasmere

Who operates this service?

This service is operated by Stagecoach in Cumbria

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Concession passes

Concessionary passes are accepted on this route.

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Route frequency

Buses run every day and up to every 30 mins

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Does this service run all year
or seasonal

This scenic route runs all year long

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Well behaved dogs are welcome aboard

Dogs are welcome, bring your adorable pooch onboard

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Places to visit along the way

Highlights

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  1. Keswick
  2. Thirlmere
  3. Grasmere
  4. Rydal
  5. Ambleside
  6. Brockhole
  7. Windermere
  8. Ings
  9. Staveley
  10. Kendal
  11. Helsington
  12. Levens
  13. Milnthorpe
  14. Holme
  15. Burton-in-Kendal
  16. Pine Lake
  17. Carnforth
  18. Bolton-le-Sands
  19. Lancaster
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A Lakes Connection Enviro400 MMC in Keswick town centre, 22nd June

A Lakes Connection Enviro400 MMC in Keswick town centre, 22nd June

© Gavin Rowney

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Frequently asked questions about Lakes Connection 555

Dogs & pets

Dogs can usually travel with you onboard this route.

However, it's at the driver's discretion, the driver will consider things like if there is already another pet on the bus when making their decision.

Guide dogs and assistance dogs are of course allowed at all times.

Timetables

Lakes Connection 555 runs all year long.

You can find more information from the timetable, available on our website.

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Buses run every day and up to every 30 mins

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This service is operated by Stagecoach in Cumbria

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Fares, tickets & passes

Concessionary passes are accepted on this route.

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Luggage & lost property

You can speak to the operator directly about claiming lost property.

Accessibility & on-board features

Bike are not permitted for travel on Lakes Connection 555.

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Concessionary bus passes

Concessionary passes are accepted on this route.

Accepted pass types:

  • ENCTS (English National Concessionary Travel Scheme)
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1 review

Perfect for days out or a tour of the lakes!

Very good and scenic route that goes through the heart of the lakes.Comfortable seats,Good stops and lengthy ride for more convenience,This route is very good indeed!Could perhaps go around to the east coast for a lakes tour but still very good!

Isaac Heathcote, May 2023

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This listing was last updated on 30th April 2025

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