United Kingdom (England)
Bowness → Far Sawrey
England’s most famous lake car ferry, gliding on underwater cables across Lake Windermere in the Lake District National Park. Carries cars, cyclists, and walkers between Bowness and Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top in Sawrey.
⏱ 10m🚢 1 operator📅 Every 20 minutes daily🚗 Vehicles accepted🐕 Pet friendly
Maritime Crossing Route Map
Interactive sea passage between Bowness and Far Sawrey
Bowness⇄Far Sawrey
⏱ 10m · 📐 0.3 nm
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Westmorland & Furness Council | 10m | Mallard (Cable Ferry) |
Route Features
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Vehicles
Cars, campervans, and motorbikes accepted
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Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
🐕
Pets
Pets allowed with valid documents
📐
Distance
0.3 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Provides the B5285 direct link connecting Windermere to Hawkshead and Coniston
- Pedestrian and bicycle priority boarding
Frequently Asked Questions
Can pedestrians and bicycles use the Windermere car ferry?
Yes, foot passengers and cyclists are welcomed at very low fares alongside cars and motorbikes.