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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Cumbria is to drive which costs £55 - £80 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Cumbria is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Cumbria?

The distance between Cheltenham and Cumbria is 229 miles. The road distance is 223.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Cumbria without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Cheltenham to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Cumbria train from?

Cheltenham to Cumbria train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Cumbria train arrive?

Cheltenham to Cumbria train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Cumbria?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Cumbria is 224 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Cheltenham to Cumbria.

Where can I stay near Cumbria?

There are 858+ hotels available in Cumbria.

Cheltenham to Cumbria - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Cheltenham to Cumbria by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 30m
£103–167
Drive 222.6 mi
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1. Drive from Cheltenham to Cumbriacar 222.6 mi
3h 44m
£55–80
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 23m
£106–161
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Windermeretrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to Leeming House Hotelbus 508
7h 37m
£101–151

Cheltenham to Cumbria by train and bus

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6h 23mAverage Duration

£106Cheapest Price

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Distance: 227.8 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Cumbria via Birmingham New Street and Penrith North Lakes in around 4h 30m.

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