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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Gosforth is to bus which costs £9 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Gosforth is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Gosforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith station to Gosforth. However, there are services departing from Penrith Rail Station and arriving at Petton Place via Bus Station and Duke Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Gosforth?

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

How far is it from Penrith to Gosforth?

The distance between Penrith and Gosforth is 69 miles. The road distance is 45.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Gosforth without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Penrith to Gosforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Gosforth bus from?

Penrith to Gosforth bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, depart from Penrith Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Gosforth train from?

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

Train or bus from Penrith to Gosforth?

The best way to get from Penrith to Gosforth is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 and takes 4h 19m.

Where does the Penrith to Gosforth bus arrive?

Penrith to Gosforth bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, arrive at Workington station.

Where does the Penrith to Gosforth train arrive?

Penrith to Gosforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Whitehaven station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Gosforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Gosforth is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Penrith to Gosforth.

Where can I stay near Gosforth?

There are 675+ hotels available in Gosforth.

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There are 5 ways to get from Penrith to Gosforth by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
2h 21m
£44–68
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Workingtonbus X4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Duke Street to Petton Placebus X7
4h 19m
£9
Drive 45.3 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Gosforthcar 45.3 mi
1h 5m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Penrith to Gosforthtaxi 45.3 mi
1h 5m
£95–120
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
2. Take the bus from Duke Street to Petton Placebus X7
3h 59m
£20–36

Penrith to Gosforth by bus

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Distance: 69 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Penrith, England and Gosforth, Cumbria, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Whitehaven hourly. Tickets cost £12–24 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Penrith Rail Station to Petton Place via Bus Station and Duke Street in around 4h 19m.

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