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

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Cartmel is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Cartmel is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Cartmel?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Cartmel. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Grange-over-Sands via Leeds and Carnforth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Darlington to Cartmel?

The distance between Darlington and Cartmel is 145 miles. The road distance is 74.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darlington to Cartmel without a car is to train via Leeds which takes 4h 22m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Darlington to Cartmel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Cartmel train from?

Darlington to Cartmel train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Darlington station.

Where does the Darlington to Cartmel train arrive?

Darlington to Cartmel train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Cartmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Cartmel is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Darlington to Cartmel.

Where can I stay near Cartmel?

There are 3058+ hotels available in Cartmel.

Darlington to Cartmel - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 530 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Darlington to Cartmel by train, car, or bus

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Train via Leeds
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Leedstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Carnforthtrain Leeds - Morecambe / ...
4h 22m
£62–112
Drive 74.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Darlington to Cartmelcar 74.4 mi
1h 36m
£19–27
Train, line 530 bus
1. Take the train from Darlington to Newcastletrain
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
4. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to Quaker Meeting Housebus 530
5h 17m
£51–96
Train
1. Take the train from Darlington to Carlisletrain Middlesbrough - Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
5h 24m
£52–91

Darlington to Cartmel by train and bus

10Weekly Services

5h 17mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143.9 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

You can take a train from Darlington to Cartmel via Leeds, Carnforth, and Grange-over-Sands in around 4h 22m.

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