What is the cheapest way to get from Penrith to Ashington?

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Ashington is to line 104 bus and bus and line 685 bus which costs £17 - £23 and takes 5h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Penrith to Ashington?

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Ashington is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Ashington?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith to Ashington station. However, there are services departing from Graham Street and arriving at Eldon Square Bus Station via Bus Station, Shoulder of Mutton and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Ashington?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Ashington. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Ashington via Carlisle and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Penrith to Ashington?

The distance between Penrith and Ashington is 98 miles. The road distance is 77.6 miles.

How do I travel from Penrith to Ashington without a car?

The best way to get from Penrith to Ashington without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Penrith to Ashington?

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Penrith to Ashington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Ashington bus from?

Penrith to Ashington bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Graham Street station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Ashington train from?

Penrith to Ashington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Penrith to Ashington?

The best way to get from Penrith to Ashington is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can line 104 bus and bus and line 685 bus, which costs £17 - £23 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Penrith to Ashington bus arrive?

Penrith to Ashington bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Penrith to Ashington train arrive?

Penrith to Ashington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Ashington?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Ashington is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Penrith to Ashington.

How do I get a train ticket from Penrith to Ashington?

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Where can I stay near Ashington?

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There are 4 ways to get from Penrith to Ashington by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Ashingtontrain Newcastle - Ashington / ...
3h 13m
£30–61
Line 104 bus, bus, line 685 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Graham Street to Bus Stationbus 104
2. Take the bus from Shoulder of Mutton to Bus Stationbus 685
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus 685
5h 45m
£17–23
Drive 77.2 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Ashingtoncar 77.2 mi
1h 32m
£19–28
Line 104 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Graham Street to Stand A - English Streetbus 104
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Ashingtontrain
3h 49m

Penrith to Ashington by train

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Distance: 97 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between Penrith, England and Ashington, Northumberland, England?

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Ashington via Carlisle and Newcastle in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Graham Street to Ashington via Bus Station, Shoulder of Mutton, Bus Station, Eldon Square Bus Station, and Manors in around 5h 45m.

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