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

The cheapest way to get from Grantham to Cumbria is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grantham to Cumbria is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Grantham and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct train from Grantham to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Grantham and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Newcastle and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Grantham to Cumbria?

The distance between Grantham and Cumbria is 250 miles. The road distance is 178.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grantham to Cumbria without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £100 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Grantham to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grantham to Cumbria train from?

Grantham to Cumbria train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Grantham station.

Where does the Grantham to Cumbria train arrive?

Grantham to Cumbria train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Grantham to Cumbria?

Yes, the driving distance between Grantham to Cumbria is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Grantham to Cumbria.

Where can I stay near Cumbria?

There are 858+ hotels available in Cumbria.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grantham to Newcastletrain London Kings Cross - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain Newcastle - Carlisle / ...
4h 27m
£103–158
Drive 177.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grantham to Cumbriacar 177.3 mi
3h 3m
£44–63
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Grantham to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
7h 46m
£75–129
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Grantham to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 39m
£91–144

Grantham to Cumbria by train, foot, and bus

7Weekly Services

7h 46mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 248.4 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from Grantham to Cumbria via Newcastle, Carlisle, and Penrith North Lakes in around 4h 27m.

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