Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Windermere travel guide

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You're Going to Love Windermere

With a population of 8,118, Windermere is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Windermere to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Windermere

If you’re looking for affordable options, Hillthwaite (Hillthwaite Hotel) and The Ryebeck Hotel (Lyth Valley Road) are great picks.

When to visit Windermere

Windermere in January
Estimated hotel price
$377
1 night at 3-star hotel
Windermere in January
Estimated hotel price
$377
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Windermere

Plane

Although Windermere doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 99 km from Windermere. The shortest flight to Windermere from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 24h 35m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Windermere, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Windermere to London takes 2h 12m and costs around $96 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Newcastle upon Tyne, expect to pay about $80 for a 2h 21m trip. The train station in Windermere is called Windermere, and is located 0.2 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Windermere is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 176 km from Windermere. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Hertz, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Windermere, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Windermere takes 105 km and will cost you around $21. From Leeds, the ticket costs about $17 for a journey of 113 km.

Plane

Although Windermere doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 99 km from Windermere. The shortest flight to Windermere from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 24h 35m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Windermere, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Windermere to London takes 2h 12m and costs around $96 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Newcastle upon Tyne, expect to pay about $80 for a 2h 21m trip. The train station in Windermere is called Windermere, and is located 0.2 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Windermere is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 176 km from Windermere. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Hertz, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Windermere, including National Express, FlixBus and Megabus. From Liverpool, the bus ride to Windermere takes 105 km and will cost you around $21. From Leeds, the ticket costs about $17 for a journey of 113 km.

Airports near Windermere

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Windermere

KLM
Good (1,410 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,565 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,510 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,041 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,012 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,008 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,660 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,405 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,486 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (864 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,437 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,289 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,570 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,057 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,135 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,396 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (894 reviews)
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Where to stay in Windermere

From 5-star hotels such as the Linthwaite House to great affordable options like the Elim House, Windermere offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $210 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $342 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Windermere

Most booked hotels in Windermere

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Ambleside Salutation Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$291+
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Lakes Hotel & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$289+
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Beech Hill Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$202+
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The Swan at Grasmere- The Inn Collection Group
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$179+
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The Daffodil Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$231+
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Yha Ambleside Hostel
1 star
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$70+
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Hiring a car in Windermere

Expect to pay $2.69 per litre in Windermere (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $32.17 and $42.89.

Expect to pay $2.69 per litre in Windermere (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $32.17 and $42.89.