PLAN YOUR RIDE / WINDERMERE FERRY

A short crossing.
A different side of Windermere

The car ferry carries bikes and riders between Ferry Nab in Bowness and Far Sawrey on the western shore.

Runs approx. every 20 minutes · Around 10 minutes each way · Public ferry service · No advance booking · £2.70 with a bike, contactless payment only

Check before you ride.

For current service information, first and last crossings, and fares, check the ferry operator’s website.

01 / WHERE TO CROSS

Where to catch the ferry

If the ferry isn’t running

  • Ask us about eastern shore alternatives before setting off.
  • A road route via Ambleside may be an option; it is a longer ride.
  • Choose a route suited to your group and allow enough return time.

If the ferry stops running whilst you are out

  • Check in with us for advice.
  • Know how to navigate around the north tip of the lake.

Other useful checks

View the ferry camera

Ferry users’ Facebook group

The camera and community updates are useful context; use the operator for official information.

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