Leeds to Windermere: Road Trip Guide & Distance

68.1 miles 109.6 km · straight line
78.9 miles actual route 126.9 km · driving distance
2h 1min estimated drive time
£12 - £15 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
307° NW bearing direction

How far is Leeds from Windermere?

The distance from Leeds to Windermere is 68.1 miles (109.6 km) as the crow flies. Windermere is located NW of Leeds. By car, the driving distance is approximately 78.9 miles, taking about 2h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Leeds and Windermere. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Leeds to Windermere

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 1min £12 - £15 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 25min $6–$12* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Leeds & Windermere

Quick Facts

Leeds
53.80°N, 1.55°W
Europe/London
63m elevation
Windermere
54.38°N, 2.91°W
Europe/London
40m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 23 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 365.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM