What is the cheapest way to get from Penrith to New Lanark?

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to New Lanark is to line 104 bus and bus which costs £18 - £28 and takes 4h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Penrith to New Lanark?

The fastest way to get from Penrith to New Lanark is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and New Lanark?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith to New Lanark. However, there are services departing from Penrith and arriving at Hunters Close via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and New Lanark?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to New Lanark. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Lanark via Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Penrith to New Lanark?

The distance between Penrith and New Lanark is 123 miles. The road distance is 93.8 miles.

How do I travel from Penrith to New Lanark without a car?

The best way to get from Penrith to New Lanark without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Penrith to New Lanark?

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Penrith to New Lanark, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to New Lanark bus from?

Penrith to New Lanark bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Penrith station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to New Lanark train from?

Penrith to New Lanark train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Train or bus from Penrith to New Lanark?

The best way to get from Penrith to New Lanark is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Penrith to New Lanark bus arrive?

Penrith to New Lanark bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Where does the Penrith to New Lanark train arrive?

Penrith to New Lanark train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Motherwell station.

Can I drive from Penrith to New Lanark?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to New Lanark is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Penrith to New Lanark.

How do I get a train ticket from Penrith to New Lanark?

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Where can I stay near New Lanark?

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Penrith to New Lanark - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 104 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Motherwelltrain Manchester Airport - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Motherwell to Lanarktrain Glasgow Central - Lanark / ...
2h 8m
£37–66
Line 104 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Graham Street to Bus Stationbus 104
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Hunters Closebus 41 / ...
4h 26m
£18–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Penrith to Glasgowbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Hunters Closebus 240X
4h 13m
Drive 93.3 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to New Lanarkcar 93.3 mi
1h 42m
£23–34

Penrith to New Lanark by train

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Distance: 122.2 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

What companies run services between Penrith, England and New Lanark, Scotland?

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Lanark via Motherwell in around 2h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Penrith to Hunters Close via Glasgow and Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 13m.

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