The ultimate car-free excursion - lake cruises and scenic bus and train routes.

Planning the perfect day out or a multi-day adventure in the Lake District? Leave the car behind and take to the water! The brand-new Cumbria Travel Pass gives you complete freedom to experience Cumbria’s most spectacular scenery from the best vantage point possible: on board our iconic traditional steamers and modern launches. Choose from a 1 day or 3 day pass.

Your Pass, Your Choice on Windermere

With your Cumbria Travel Pass, you can hop on board Windermere Lake Cruises for the ultimate lake experience. Each day your pass is valid, you can choose one of the following incredible cruise options:

A Half-Lake Return Cruise: Step aboard our famous Red Cruise (Bowness to Ambleside return) or our vibrant Yellow Cruise (Bowness to Lakeside return) for a magnificent round-trip voyage across the water.
A Full-Lake Single Journey: Travel the entire length of England’s grandest lake! Cruise from Lakeside to Ambleside or Ambleside to Lakeside—perfect for a linear walking itinerary or linking up with onward transport.

Beyond the Lake: Complete Cumbrian Freedom

Your ticket doesn't stop at the shoreline. The Cumbria Travel Pass gives you 1 or 3 days of unlimited travel at any time of day across an extensive network of trains and buses:

🚂Trains: Full flexibility to hop on and off any Northern, TransPennine Express, and Avanti West Coast services within the region.
🚌Buses: Unlimited travel on all Stagecoach bus routes throughout Cumbria to reach hidden corners, cozy country pubs, and famous trailheads.

💡 Got a 3-Day Pass? You can enjoy a spectacular lake cruise on all three days (maximum of one cruise per day)!

BOOK ONLINE VIA THE NORTHERN RAIL WEBSITE