What is the cheapest way to get from Penrith to East Kilbride?

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to East Kilbride is to bus and line 6 bus which costs £17 - £28 and takes 3h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Penrith to East Kilbride?

The fastest way to get from Penrith to East Kilbride is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and East Kilbride?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith to East Kilbride station. However, there are services departing from Penrith and arriving at Bus Station via Sauchiehall Lane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and East Kilbride?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to East Kilbride. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at East Kilbride via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Penrith to East Kilbride?

The distance between Penrith and East Kilbride is 117 miles. The road distance is 106.4 miles.

How do I travel from Penrith to East Kilbride without a car?

The best way to get from Penrith to East Kilbride without a car is to train and line 201 bus which takes 2h 14m and costs £40 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Penrith to East Kilbride?

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from Penrith to East Kilbride, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to East Kilbride bus from?

Penrith to East Kilbride bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Penrith station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to East Kilbride train from?

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

Train or bus from Penrith to East Kilbride?

The best way to get from Penrith to East Kilbride is to bus and line 6 bus which takes 3h 51m and costs £17 - £28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 2h 21m.

Where does the Penrith to East Kilbride bus arrive?

Penrith to East Kilbride bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Where does the Penrith to East Kilbride train arrive?

Penrith to East Kilbride train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Penrith to East Kilbride?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to East Kilbride is 106 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Penrith to East Kilbride.

How do I get a train ticket from Penrith to East Kilbride?

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Where can I stay near East Kilbride?

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Penrith to East Kilbride - 4 ways to travel via train, line 201 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 201 bus
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Motherwelltrain Manchester Airport - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Milton Street to St Brides Churchbus 201
2h 14m
£41–70
Bus, line 6 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Penrith to Glasgowbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Sauchiehall Lane to Bus Stationbus 6 / ...
3h 51m
£18–28
Drive 105.8 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to East Kilbridecar 105.8 mi
1h 52m
£26–38
Train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to East Kilbridetrain Glasgow Central - East Kilbride
2h 21m
£46–82

Penrith to East Kilbride by train and bus

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2h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 116.4 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between Penrith, England and East Kilbride, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Penrith to Bus Station via Glasgow and Sauchiehall Lane in around 3h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to East Kilbride via Glasgow Central in around 2h 21m.

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