What is the cheapest way to get from Penrith to Chester-le-Street?

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Chester-le-Street is to line 104 bus and bus and line 685 bus which costs £10 - £13 and takes 5h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Penrith to Chester-le-Street?

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Chester-le-Street is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Chester-le-Street?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith to Chester-le-Street. However, there are services departing from Graham Street and arriving at Front Street via Bus Station, Shoulder of Mutton, Bus Station and Eldon Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Chester-le-Street?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Chester-le-Street. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Chester-Le-Street via Carlisle and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Penrith to Chester-le-Street?

The distance between Penrith and Chester-le-Street is 87 miles. The road distance is 63.2 miles.

How do I travel from Penrith to Chester-le-Street without a car?

The best way to get from Penrith to Chester-le-Street without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £28 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Penrith to Chester-le-Street?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Penrith to Chester-le-Street, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Chester-le-Street bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Penrith to Chester-le-Street train from?

Penrith to Chester-le-Street train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Penrith to Chester-le-Street?

The best way to get from Penrith to Chester-le-Street is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £28 - £65. Alternatively, you can line 104 bus and bus and line 685 bus, which costs £10 - £13 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Penrith to Chester-le-Street bus arrive?

Penrith to Chester-le-Street bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Penrith to Chester-le-Street train arrive?

Penrith to Chester-le-Street train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Chester-le-Street?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Chester-le-Street is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Penrith to Chester-le-Street.

How do I get a train ticket from Penrith to Chester-le-Street?

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Where can I stay near Chester-le-Street?

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Penrith to Chester-le-Street - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 21 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Penrith to Chester-le-Street by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
2h 44m
£28–62
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 30m
£10–13
Train, line 21 bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Front Streetbus 21 / ...
3h 22m
Drive 62.9 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Chester-le-Streetcar 62.9 mi
1h 26m
£16–23

Penrith to Chester-le-Street by train

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Distance: 86.2 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Penrith, England and Chester-le-Street, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £24–45 and the journey takes 1h 23m. London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Graham Street to Front Street via Bus Station, Shoulder of Mutton, Bus Station, and Eldon Square Bus Station in around 5h 30m.

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