What is the cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Cumbria?

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Cumbria is to bus via Carlisle which costs £50 - £80 and takes 13h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canterbury to Cumbria?

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Cumbria is to drive which takes 5h 46m and costs £85 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Longthwaite road end via London Victoria, La Mexxaluna and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Cumbria?

The distance between Canterbury and Cumbria is 359 miles. The road distance is 345.6 miles.

How do I travel from Canterbury to Cumbria without a car?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Cumbria without a car is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs £130 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Canterbury to Cumbria?

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Canterbury to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Cumbria bus from?

Canterbury to Cumbria bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Cumbria train from?

Canterbury to Cumbria train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Cumbria?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Cumbria is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs £130 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus via Carlisle, which costs £50 - £80 and takes 13h 35m.

Where does the Canterbury to Cumbria bus arrive?

Canterbury to Cumbria bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Cumbria train arrive?

Canterbury to Cumbria train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Cumbria?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Cumbria is 346 miles. It takes approximately 5h 46m to drive from Canterbury to Cumbria.

Where can I stay near Cumbria?

There are 862+ hotels available in Cumbria.

Canterbury to Cumbria - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Canterbury to Cumbria by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 23m
£134–217
Bus via Carlisle
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
13h 35m
£50–77
Drive 343.6 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Cumbriacar 343.6 mi
5h 46m
£86–124
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
8h 19m
£123–382
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 022 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Rail Stationbus 590
13h 43m
£52–94
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain
7h 20m
£146–444
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Penrith North Lakestrain
8h 2m
£134–362
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain
7h 51m
£158–429
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LHR - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain
8h 1m
£147–417
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane STN - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain
7h 49m
£106–260
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane STN - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain
8h 24m
£113–265

Canterbury to Cumbria by train, foot, and bus

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6h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 356.8 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Pooley Bridge Inn via London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 6h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Longthwaite road end via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Halston Hotel, La Mexxaluna, and Bus Station in around 13h 35m.

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