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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Cartmel is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 51 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Cartmel is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Cartmel?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Cartmel. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Grange-over-Sands via Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Penrith to Cartmel?

The distance between Penrith and Cartmel is 69 miles. The road distance is 42.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Cartmel without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Penrith to Cartmel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Cartmel train from?

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

Where does the Penrith to Cartmel train arrive?

Penrith to Cartmel train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Cartmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Cartmel is 43 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Penrith to Cartmel.

Where can I stay near Cartmel?

There are 3093+ hotels available in Cartmel.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Penrith to Cartmel 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 Grange-over-Sandstrain Lancaster - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
1h 39m
£32–53
Drive 42.4 mi
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1. Drive from Penrith to Cartmelcar 42.4 mi
51 min
£11–15
Train, line 530 bus
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to Quaker Meeting Housebus 530
2h 32m
£18–26
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Penrith to Cartmeltaxi 42.4 mi
51 min
£85–110

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Distance: 68.8 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

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

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Cartmel via Lancaster and Grange-over-Sands in around 1h 39m.

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