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
$408
1 night at 3-star hotel
Windermere in January
Estimated hotel price
$408
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 Melbourne and takes around 22h 35m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Windermere. The train journey from Windermere to Birmingham takes 1h 40m and costs around $63 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Edinburgh, expect to pay about $208 for a 3h 15m 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 Arnold Clark and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Windermere using FlixBus or National Express. From Leeds, the bus ride to Windermere takes 113 km and will cost you around $17. From Blackpool, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 137 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 Melbourne and takes around 22h 35m.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Windermere. The train journey from Windermere to Birmingham takes 1h 40m and costs around $63 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Edinburgh, expect to pay about $208 for a 3h 15m 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 Arnold Clark and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Edinburgh.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Windermere using FlixBus or National Express. From Leeds, the bus ride to Windermere takes 113 km and will cost you around $17. From Blackpool, the ticket costs about $20 for a journey of 137 km.

Airports near Windermere

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
LBALeeds/Bradford
MANManchester

Airlines serving Windermere

Lufthansa
Good (7,962 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,512 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,937 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,463 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,346 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,924 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,204 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,580 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (913 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,677 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,568 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,724 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,982 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,225 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,310 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 $195 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $315 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Windermere

Most booked hotels in Windermere

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Lakes Hotel & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$301+
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Beech Hill Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$174+
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Burn How Garden Hotel - Bowness on Windermere
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$196+
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The Swan at Grasmere- The Inn Collection Group
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$205+
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The Daffodil Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$316+
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Yha Ambleside Hostel
1 star
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$67+
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Hiring a car in Windermere

Hiring a car in Windermere costs $81 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 41% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $2.99 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 $35.77 and $47.69. The most frequently booked car type in Windermere is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 42% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Windermere costs $81 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 41% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $2.99 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 $35.77 and $47.69. The most frequently booked car type in Windermere is Compact (Nissan Juke or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 42% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.