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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Rossendale is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Rossendale is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Rossendale?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith station to Rossendale station. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at Bus station via Charlotte Street and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Rossendale?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Rossendale. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Accrington via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Penrith to Rossendale?

The distance between Penrith and Rossendale is 94 miles. The road distance is 81.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Rossendale without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Penrith to Rossendale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Rossendale bus from?

Penrith to Rossendale bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Rossendale train from?

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

Train or bus from Penrith to Rossendale?

The best way to get from Penrith to Rossendale is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £30 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Penrith to Rossendale bus arrive?

Penrith to Rossendale bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Penrith to Rossendale train arrive?

Penrith to Rossendale train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Rossendale?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Rossendale is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Penrith to Rossendale.

Where can I stay near Rossendale?

There are 3068+ hotels available in Rossendale.

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There are 3 ways to get from Penrith to Rossendale by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Accringtontrain Preston - Colne / ...
2h 16m
£31–55
Drive 80.9 mi
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1. Drive from Penrith to Rossendalecar 80.9 mi
1h 46m
£20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus stationbus X43
3h 46m

Penrith to Rossendale by train and bus

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2h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 93.6 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Dale Street via Preston, Accrington, and Bus Station in around 2h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station to Bus station via Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, and Shudehill Interchange in around 3h 46m.

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