Manchester, United Kingdom to Windermere: Road Trip Guide & Distance

67.8 miles 109.1 km · straight line
82.6 miles actual route 133 km · driving distance
1h 36min estimated drive time
£13 - £15 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
337° NNW bearing direction

How far is Manchester, United Kingdom from Windermere?

The distance from Manchester, United Kingdom to Windermere is 67.8 miles (109.1 km) as the crow flies. Windermere is located NNW of Manchester, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 82.6 miles, taking about 1h 36min. 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 Manchester, United Kingdom 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 Manchester, United Kingdom to Windermere

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 36min £13 - £15 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 55min $7–$12* Budget
Train ~1h 31min $10–$29* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Manchester, United Kingdom & Windermere

Quick Facts

Manchester, United Kingdom
53.48°N, 2.24°W
Europe/London
38m 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 367.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM