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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Sellafield is to bus and line 600 bus which costs £10 - £15 and takes 3h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Sellafield is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Sellafield?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith station to Sellafield. However, there are services departing from Penrith Rail Station and arriving at Garlieston Court via Main Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Sellafield?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Sellafield. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Sellafield via Lancaster and Barrow-in-Furness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Penrith to Sellafield?

The distance between Penrith and Sellafield is 57 miles. The road distance is 48.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Sellafield without a car is to bus and line 600 bus which takes 3h 44m and costs £10 - £15.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Penrith to Sellafield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Sellafield bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Penrith to Sellafield train from?

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

Train or bus from Penrith to Sellafield?

The best way to get from Penrith to Sellafield is to bus and line 600 bus which takes 3h 44m and costs £10 - £15. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 4h 10m.

Where does the Penrith to Sellafield bus arrive?

Penrith to Sellafield bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, arrive at Cockermouth station.

Where does the Penrith to Sellafield train arrive?

Penrith to Sellafield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Sellafield?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Sellafield is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Penrith to Sellafield.

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

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Penrith to Sellafield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 600 bus, and car

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

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Bus, line 600 bus
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1. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Cockermouthbus X5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Main Street to Garlieston Courtbus 600
3h 44m
£10–14
Train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Lancastertrain
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Barrow-in-Furnesstrain
3. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Sellafieldtrain
4h 10m
£45–81
Drive 48.6 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Sellafieldcar 48.6 mi
1h 1m
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Penrith to Sellafieldtaxi 48.6 mi
1h 1m
£100–130

Penrith to Sellafield by bus and train

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Distance: 56.6 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Penrith Rail Station to Sellafield via Main Street, Garlieston Court, and Corkickle in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Sellafield via Lancaster and Barrow-in-Furness in around 4h 10m.

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