What is the cheapest way to get from Chester-le-Street to Penrith?

The cheapest way to get from Chester-le-Street to Penrith is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chester-le-Street to Penrith?

The fastest way to get from Chester-le-Street to Penrith is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Chester-le-Street and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester-le-Street to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Front Street and arriving at Town Hall via Eldon Square Bus Station, Bus Station, Cranstons and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Chester-le-Street and Penrith?

No, there is no direct train from Chester-le-Street to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Chester-Le-Street and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Newcastle and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Chester-le-Street to Penrith?

The distance between Chester-le-Street and Penrith is 87 miles. The road distance is 63.3 miles.

How do I travel from Chester-le-Street to Penrith without a car?

The best way to get from Chester-le-Street to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £28 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Chester-le-Street to Penrith?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Chester-le-Street to Penrith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester-le-Street to Penrith bus from?

Chester-le-Street to Penrith bus services, operated by Go North East, depart from Front Street station.

Where do I catch the Chester-le-Street to Penrith train from?

Chester-le-Street to Penrith train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Chester-le-Street to Penrith?

The best way to get from Chester-le-Street to Penrith is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £28 - £65. Alternatively, you can line 21 bus and bus and line 104 bus, which costs and takes 5h 32m.

Where does the Chester-le-Street to Penrith bus arrive?

Chester-le-Street to Penrith bus services, operated by Go North East, arrive at Eldon Square Bus Station.

Where does the Chester-le-Street to Penrith train arrive?

Chester-le-Street to Penrith train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Chester-le-Street to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester-le-Street to Penrith is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Chester-le-Street to Penrith.

How do I get a train ticket from Chester-le-Street to Penrith?

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Chester-le-Street to Penrith - 4 ways to travel via train, line 21 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Chester-le-Street to Penrith by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain Newcastle - Carlisle / ...
2h 30m
£29–62
Drive 63 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester-le-Street to Penrithcar 63 mi
1h 26m
£16–23
Line 21 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Front Street to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus 21 / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain Newcastle - Carlisle / ...
4h 17m
Line 21 bus, bus, line 104 bus
1. Take the bus from Front Street to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus 21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 684 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Cranstonsbus 685
4. Take the bus from Cranstons to Bus Stationbus 685
5. Take the bus from Bus Station to Town Hallbus 104
5h 32m

Chester-le-Street to Penrith by train

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Distance: 86.2 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Chester-le-Street, England and Penrith, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Newcastle to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £24–45 and the journey takes 1h 21m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Front Street to Town Hall via Eldon Square Bus Station, Bus Station, Cranstons, and Bus Station in around 5h 32m.

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How to get fromChester-le-Street to Penrithby train, bus, or car

There are 4 ways to get from Chester-le-Street to Penrith by train, bus, or car

Train

Drive 63 mi

Line 21 bus, train

Line 21 bus, bus, line 104 bus