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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Cumbria is to bus which costs £45 - £85 and takes 9h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Cumbria is to drive which takes 4h 52m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness station to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stance 3 and arriving at Pooley Bridge Inn via Glasgow, La Mexxaluna and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Inverness to Cumbria?

The distance between Inverness and Cumbria is 309 miles. The road distance is 273.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Cumbria without a car is to train which takes 7h and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Inverness to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Cumbria bus from?

Inverness to Cumbria bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Cumbria train from?

Inverness to Cumbria train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.

Train or bus from Inverness to Cumbria?

The best way to get from Inverness to Cumbria is to train which takes 7h and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 9h 5m.

Where does the Inverness to Cumbria bus arrive?

Inverness to Cumbria bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Inverness to Cumbria train arrive?

Inverness to Cumbria train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Cumbria?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Cumbria is 273 miles. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Inverness to Cumbria.

Where can I stay near Cumbria?

There are 855+ hotels available in Cumbria.

Inverness to Cumbria - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Inverness to Cumbria by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarkettrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
7h
£95–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk093
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Carlislebus Ukn31
9h 5m
£49–82
Drive 271.5 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Cumbriacar 271.5 mi
4h 52m
£67–97
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane INV - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Penrith North Lakestrain
7h 22m
£123–275
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penrith North Lakestrain Edinburgh - Preston / ...
7h 26m
£80–184
Train #2
1. Take the train from Inverness to Carlisletrain Inverness - London Euston
8h 37m
£71–94
Fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane INV - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain
8h 5m
£131–290

Inverness to Cumbria by train and bus

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Distance: 307.1 mi
Duration: 7h

What companies run services between Inverness, Scotland and Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Inverness to Ullswater Steamer Pier via Haymarket, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 7h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Pooley Bridge Inn via Glasgow, Carlisle, La Mexxaluna, and Bus Station in around 9h 5m.

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