What is the cheapest way to get from Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo is to bus and line 6 bus which costs £9 and takes 3h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and South Lakes Safari Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith station to South Lakes Safari Zoo. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Roundabout via Tourist Information Centre and Kiosk. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and South Lakes Safari Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Dalton via Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo?

The distance between Penrith and South Lakes Safari Zoo is 82 miles. The road distance is 48.3 miles.

How do I travel from Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £29 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo?

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo bus from?

Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo train from?

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

Train or bus from Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo?

The best way to get from Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £29 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 6 bus, which costs £9 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo bus arrive?

Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bowness Pier station.

Where does the Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo train arrive?

Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo is 48 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo.

Where can I stay near South Lakes Safari Zoo?

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There are 4 ways to get from Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoo by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Lancastertrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Daltontrain Lancaster - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
2h 20m
£29–52
Bus, line 6 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bowness Pierbus 508
2. Take the bus from Tourist Information Centre to Kioskbus 6
3h 34m
£9
Drive 48 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zoocar 48 mi
1h 8m
£12–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Penrith to South Lakes Safari Zootaxi 48 mi
1h 8m
£100–120

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Distance: 81.5 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Penrith, England and South Lakes Safari Zoo, England?

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to South Lakes Safari Zoo via Lancaster and Dalton in around 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to South Lakes Safari Zoo via Bowness Pier, Tourist Information Centre, Kiosk, and Roundabout in around 3h 34m.

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