What is the cheapest way to get from Penrith to Barrow in Furness?

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Barrow in Furness is to bus and line 6 bus which costs £9 and takes 3h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Penrith to Barrow in Furness?

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Barrow in Furness is to drive which takes 1h 15m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Barrow in Furness?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith station to Barrow in Furness. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Town Hall via Tourist Information Centre and Kiosk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Barrow in Furness?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Barrow in Furness. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Barrow-in-Furness via Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Penrith to Barrow in Furness?

The distance between Penrith and Barrow in Furness is 86 miles. The road distance is 52.2 miles.

How do I travel from Penrith to Barrow in Furness without a car?

The best way to get from Penrith to Barrow in Furness without a car is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £30 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Penrith to Barrow in Furness?

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Penrith to Barrow in Furness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Barrow in Furness bus from?

Penrith to Barrow in Furness bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Barrow in Furness train from?

Penrith to Barrow in Furness train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Train or bus from Penrith to Barrow in Furness?

The best way to get from Penrith to Barrow in Furness is to train which takes 2h 11m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 6 bus, which costs £9 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Penrith to Barrow in Furness bus arrive?

Penrith to Barrow in Furness bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bowness Pier station.

Where does the Penrith to Barrow in Furness train arrive?

Penrith to Barrow in Furness train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Barrow in Furness?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Barrow in Furness is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 15m to drive from Penrith to Barrow in Furness.

How do I get a train ticket from Penrith to Barrow in Furness?

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Where can I stay near Barrow in Furness?

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Penrith to Barrow in Furness - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 6 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Penrith to Barrow in Furness by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Lancastertrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furnesstrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
2h 11m
£31–56
Bus, line 6 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bowness Pierbus 508
2. Take the bus from Tourist Information Centre to Kioskbus 6
3. Take the bus from Kiosk to Town Hallbus 6A / ...
3h 38m
£9
Drive 51.9 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Barrow in Furnesscar 51.9 mi
1h 15m
£13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Penrith to Barrow in Furnesstaxi 51.9 mi
1h 15m
£100–130

Penrith to Barrow in Furness by train

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Distance: 85.3 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

What companies run services between Penrith, England and Barrow in Furness, England?

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Barrow-in-Furness via Lancaster in around 2h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Town Hall via Bowness Pier, Tourist Information Centre, and Kiosk in around 3h 38m.

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