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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Somerset is to bus which costs £45 - £85 and takes 9h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Somerset is to drive which takes 4h 44m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Somerset?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith station to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at Verriers via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Taunton via Crewe and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Penrith to Somerset?

The distance between Penrith and Somerset is 318 miles. The road distance is 292.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Somerset without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 45m and costs £110 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Penrith to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Somerset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Penrith to Somerset train from?

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

Train or bus from Penrith to Somerset?

The best way to get from Penrith to Somerset is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 45m and costs £110 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 9h 30m.

Where does the Penrith to Somerset bus arrive?

Penrith to Somerset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Penrith to Somerset train arrive?

Penrith to Somerset train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Somerset is 293 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Penrith to Somerset.

How do I get a bus ticket from Penrith to Somerset?

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Penrith to Somerset - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Penrith to Somerset by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Tauntontrain
6h 45m
£115–201
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 590
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Verriersbus 101 / ...
9h 30m
£50–84
Drive 291.2 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Somersetcar 291.2 mi
4h 44m
£72–104
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
6h 48m
£97–226
Train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Birmingham New Streettrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Tauntontrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
7h 59m
£121–194
Train #2
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Weston-super-Maretrain
10h 26m
£112–192
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
6h 28m
£88–207
Train to Newcastle, fly, train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
7h 20m
£78–178

Penrith to Somerset by train and bus

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Distance: 315.9 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

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

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Branchflower Farm via Crewe, Birmingham New Street, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, Taunton Town Centre Stop J, and Castle Way in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station to Verriers via Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 30m.

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