What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Settle–Carlisle line?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Settle–Carlisle line. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Royal Oak via Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Settle–Carlisle line?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line?

The distance between Birmingham and Settle–Carlisle line is 196 miles. The road distance is 173 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £80 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line?

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line bus from?

Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line train from?

Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £80 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £110 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line bus arrive?

Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rail Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line train arrive?

Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line is 173 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line.

Where can I stay near Settle–Carlisle line?

There are 668+ hotels available in Settle–Carlisle line.

Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle line by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 21m
£80–125
Drive 172 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birmingham to Settle–Carlisle linecar 172 mi
2h 57m
£42–60
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 19m
£63–105
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Leedstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Kirkby Stephentrain Leeds - Carlisle / ...
5h 1m
£117–174
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
6h 32m
£53–105

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Distance: 194.8 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Settle–Carlisle line, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Penrith North Lakes every 4 hours. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Station twice daily. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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