What line is Oxenholme on?

West Coast Main Line
Oxenholme Lake District railway station (often shortened to Oxenholme) is a railway station in Oxenholme, near Kendal, in Cumbria, England. The station is situated on the West Coast Main Line and is also the start of the Windermere Branch Line to Windermere.

Does Oxenholme station have a ticket machine?

Ticket machines can be found in the booking hall.

Are there toilets at Oxenholme station?

There are unisex accessible toilet facilities available.

How do I get from Oxenholme station to the Lake District?

There are 5 ways to get from Oxenholme to Lake District National Park by train, bus, taxi or car

Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Penrith North Lakes.
Take the bus from Penrith, Rail Station to Keswick, Bus Station.
Take the line 78 bus from Keswick, Bus Station to Seatoller, National Trust car park.

Where do trains go from Oxenholme?

An important junction on the West Coast Main Line, trains from Oxenholme Lake District frequently run to London, Glasgow, and Edinburgh, providing connections with the Windermere Branch. London-bound trains run every two hours, direct or via Birmingham, while trains to Scotland run every hour.

Is there anything to do in Oxenholme?

The scenic area has miles of public footpaths and walking trails. Hill walking, mountain biking, climbing and horse riding can all be enjoyed.

Can you get to the Lake District by train?

The nearest train station to the Lake District is Oxenholme Rail Station, which serves as a good base to explore Kendal and the surrounding areas. Oxenholme station is on the West Coast Main Line and is served by Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express and Northern services.

Does Windermere have a train station?

Windermere railway station is situated at the end of the The Lakes Line – the branch line to Kendal and Oxenholme. It is operated by First TransPennine Express, and only has the one platform.

Is there a taxi rank at Oxenholme station?

A 10 minutes walk takes you into the village of Oxenholme. A local bus service runs frequently from outside the station into Kendal. A taxi rank is also situated on the station forecourt. The station has a strictly vegetarian buffet on the northbound platform.

How much is a taxi from Oxenholme to Windermere?

The quickest way to get from Oxenholme to Windermere is to taxi which costs £29 – £35 and takes 16 min.

When was Oxenholme station built?

1846
Brief History. The station at Oxenholme was opened in 1846 when both the first stage of the Lancaster & Carlisle Railway and the first stage of the Kendal & Windermere Railway were opened.

Where is the best place to stay in the Lake District?

1 – KESWICK & AROUND. Best place to stay in the Lake District for adventurous activities centred around a market town.
2 – BORROWDALE & BUTTERMERE.
3 – WINDERMERE & BOWNESS.
4 – CONISTON, AMBLESIDE & GRASMERE.
5 – ELTERWATER & LANGDALE.
6 – WASDALE & ESKDALE.
7 – CARTMEL & HAWKSHEAD.
8 – ULLSWATER & PATTERDALE.

Where is Oxenholme Lake District train station?

Oxenholme Lake District train station, also known simply as Oxenholme, serves the village of Oxenholme near Kendal in Cumbria with regular Virgin Trains services. An important junction on the West Coast Main Line, trains from Oxenholme Lake District frequently run to London, Glasgow, and Edinburgh, providing connections with the Windermere Branch.

How do I get from Oxenholme to Scotland?

When did the line between Lancaster and Oxenholme start and end?

The line between Lancaster and Oxenholme opened in September 1846. Trains from Lancaster passed through Oxenholme to a temporary terminus at Kendal. This ended when the line to Carlisle was completed in December 1847.

When is the ticket office open at the railway station?

The station is fully staffed, with the ticket office open all week (Monday – Saturday 05:45 – 19:00, Sunday 10:45 – 20:15). A self-service ticket machine is also available in the booking hall for use outside these times and for collecting pre-paid tickets.