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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Windermere to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Windermere
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Miller Howe (Rayrigg Road) and HRiSHi at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House (Crook Road) are great picks.
When to visit Windermere
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.
Train
Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Windermere, followed by Cross Country. 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 Aberdeen, the bus ride to Windermere takes 660 km and will cost you around $58. From London, the ticket costs about $66 for a journey of 668 km.
Airlines serving Windermere
Where to stay in Windermere
From 5-star hotels such as the Linthwaite House Hotel to great affordable options like the Adam Place Guest House, Windermere offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $207 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $395 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Windermere
Most booked hotels in Windermere
Hiring a car in Windermere
Expect to pay $2.93 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 $35.13 and $46.83. 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 (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 60% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.