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How to get fromBlackburn to Cumbriaby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Blackburn to Cumbria by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, line 508 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Blackburn to Prestontrain train
    2. Take the train from Preston to Penrith North Lakestrain train
    3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Pooley Bridge Innbus bus 508
    3h 7m
    £31–56

  2. Drive  79.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Blackburn to Cumbriacar car 79.7 mi
    1h 29m
    £20–29

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Preston to Windermeretrain train Manchester Airport - Windermere / ...
    2. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to Leeming House Hotelbus bus 508
    5h 2m
    £25–46

Blackburn to Cumbria by train and bus

Calendar42Weekly Services
Duration3h 7mAverage Duration
Ticket£31Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 90.4 mi
  • Duration: 3h 7m

What companies run services between Blackburn, England and Cumbria, England?

There is no direct connection from Blackburn to Cumbria. However, you can take the train to Preston, take the train to Penrith North Lakes, walk to Rail Station, then take the line 508 bus to Pooley Bridge Inn. Alternatively, you can drive from Blackburn to Cumbria in around 1h 29m.

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