What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Cartmel?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Cartmel is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 3h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Cartmel?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Cartmel is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Cartmel?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Cartmel. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Grange-over-Sands via Birmingham New Street and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Bristol to Cartmel?

The distance between Bristol and Cartmel is 232 miles. The road distance is 236.2 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol to Cartmel without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol to Cartmel without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 14m and costs £100 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Cartmel?

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Bristol to Cartmel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Cartmel train from?

Bristol to Cartmel train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Where does the Bristol to Cartmel train arrive?

Bristol to Cartmel train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Cartmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Cartmel is 236 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Bristol to Cartmel.

Where can I stay near Cartmel?

There are 1033+ hotels available in Cartmel.

Bristol to Cartmel - 5 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Bristol to Cartmel by train, car, plane, or bus

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Lancastertrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 14m
£102–159
Drive 234.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bristol to Cartmelcar 234.8 mi
3h 55m
£59–85
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Grange-over-Sandstrain
6h 46m
£146–313
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 54m
£103–162
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
8h 10m
£79–131

Bristol to Cartmel by train and bus

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6h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 230.9 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Cartmel, England?

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cartmel via Birmingham New Street, Lancaster, and Grange-over-Sands in around 5h 14m.

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