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Windermere Car and Passenger Ferry

Windermere Car and Passenger Ferry
  • Windermere Car and Passenger Ferry
  • Windermere Car and Passenger Ferry
  • Windermere Car and Passenger Ferry

Type:Car Ferry

Ferry Nab, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3BF

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Windermere Ferry takes people, vehicles, horses and cycles across the lake. It links the busy eastern shore of the lake and the peaceful countryside between Windermere and Coniston on the west, where there are many attractions and facilities for walking, riding and cycling. 

The ferry carries up to 18 cars and over 100 passengers. Crossing normally takes 10 minutes including loading, safety checks and the journey across the lake.

Tickets can be purchased on board the ferry. Blue badge holders who display a badge travel for free along with emergency services.

As a foot passenger, the ferry is part of a network of options that enable you to explore the area car-free. Take a look at our sustainable stays page with ideas, inspiration and itineraries to help you go car-free in '23.

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Blue badge holders, displaying a badge, and emergency services travel free.

Pay on the ferry - card payments only.

Fares from April 2023 (Single)
Pedestrian - £1
Pedal cycle and rider - £2
Moped, motorcycle, horse - £2.50
Vehicles up to 6m - £6
Vehicles over 6m - £11
Vehicle and trailer over 6m - £11

Special contracts are available for for:

• books of tickets
• three month pre-paid contracts
• six months pre-paid contracts
• annual pre-paid contract
• Call: 01539 713 066

Opening Times

Season (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)

* The ferry runs throughout the day, the journey takes around 10 minutes one way.

Weather conditions, maintenance issues and numbers of passengers can all effect the times of ferry departures.

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  • Credit cards accepted (no fee) - Card payments only on the ferry.

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