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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Durham is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Durham is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith to Durham station. However, there are services departing from Graham Street and arriving at Bus Station Stand H via Bus Station, Shoulder of Mutton, Bus Station and Eldon Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Durham. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Durham via Carlisle and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Penrith to Durham?

The distance between Penrith and Durham is 92 miles. The road distance is 60.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Durham without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £29 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 34m to get from Penrith to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Durham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Penrith to Durham train from?

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

Train or bus from Penrith to Durham?

The best way to get from Penrith to Durham is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs £29 - £60. Alternatively, you can line 104 bus and bus and line 685 bus, which costs and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Penrith to Durham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Penrith to Durham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Penrith to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Durham is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Penrith to Durham.

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

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Penrith to Durham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 104 bus, and line 21 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
2h 34m
£29–58
Drive 60.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Penrith to Durhamcar 60.2 mi
1h 23m
£15–22
Line 104 bus, train, line 21 bus
1. Take the bus from Graham Street to Stand A - English Streetbus 104
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Take the bus from Newcastle Newgate Street to Bus Station Stand Cbus 21
4h 22m
Line 104 bus, bus, line 685 bus
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
4. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Bus Station Stand Hbus X21 / ...
5h 42m

Penrith to Durham by train

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Distance: 91.9 mi
Duration: 2h 34m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Newcastle hourly. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Graham Street to Bus Station Stand H via Bus Station, Shoulder of Mutton, Bus Station, and Eldon Square Bus Station in around 5h 42m.

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