Windermere Train Station
Travelling by train from London to Windermere is a great way to get to the Lake District when you are visiting the UK.
A company called Virgin Trains operate services on this route. Their carriages offer two classes of seats, ample luggage storage areas, and food and beverage options, making it a comfortable way to travel.
Trains depart frequently throughout the day from London Euston train station, which is located in the northern part of the city centre. All services arrive at Windermere train station in the Lake District after a connection or two at stations like Oxenholme Lake District, Preston, and Lancaster.
Trains from London to Windermere depart once an hour at peak times. Most trains leave on the half hour.
The travel time to the Lake District is from 3 hours and 9 minutes to 3 hours and 38 minutes, depending on which train you take and how many changes the service requires on the way.
Single standard class train tickets can cost from £24.00, and single first class from £59.00 if you buy train tickets online in advance. Train ticket prices increase if you travel at peak morning and evening commuting times or if you buy on or near the date you travel to the Lake District. Discounted fares for trains from London to Windermere can be found if you buy train tickets using a railcard or qualify for concession fares.