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

The cheapest way to get from Cumbria to Northampton is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumbria to Northampton is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Cumbria and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumbria to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Longthwaite road end and arriving at Coach Park via Bus Station and Halston Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Cumbria and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Cumbria to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Northampton via Crewe and Rugby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Cumbria to Northampton?

The distance between Cumbria and Northampton is 224 miles. The road distance is 229 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumbria to Northampton without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 23m and costs £70 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Cumbria to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumbria to Northampton bus from?

Cumbria to Northampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Halston Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Cumbria to Northampton train from?

Cumbria to Northampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Train or bus from Cumbria to Northampton?

The best way to get from Cumbria to Northampton is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 23m and costs £70 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 57m.

Where does the Cumbria to Northampton bus arrive?

Cumbria to Northampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Coach Park station.

Where does the Cumbria to Northampton train arrive?

Cumbria to Northampton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cumbria to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbria to Northampton is 229 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Cumbria to Northampton.

Where can I stay near Northampton?

There are 897+ hotels available in Northampton.

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There are 5 ways to get from Cumbria to Northampton by train, bus, or car

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Rugbytrain Crewe - London Euston / ...
5h 23m
£74–159
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Coach Parkbus Ukn31
7h 57m
£31–51
Drive 227.7 mi
1. Drive from Cumbria to Northamptoncar 227.7 mi
3h 52m
£56–81
Train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Coventrytrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Coventry to Northamptontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
5h 36m
£78–149
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the bus from Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station to Northampton Town Centrebus
8h 27m
£84–139

Cumbria to Northampton by bus and train

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Distance: 222.8 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Ullswater Guest House to Northampton via Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, Crewe, and Rugby in around 5h 23m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Halston Hotel to Coach Park 5 times a day. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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