What is the cheapest way to get from Penrith to St Bees Head?

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to St Bees Head is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Penrith to St Bees Head?

The fastest way to get from Penrith to St Bees Head is to drive which takes 1h 6m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and St Bees Head?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith station to St Bees Head. However, there are services departing from Penrith Rail Station and arriving at Morrisons via Main Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and St Bees Head?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to St Bees Head. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Whitehaven via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Penrith to St Bees Head?

The distance between Penrith and St Bees Head is 62 miles. The road distance is 47.4 miles.

How do I travel from Penrith to St Bees Head without a car?

The best way to get from Penrith to St Bees Head without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £30 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Penrith to St Bees Head?

It takes approximately 2h 20m to get from Penrith to St Bees Head, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to St Bees Head bus from?

Penrith to St Bees Head bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, depart from Penrith Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to St Bees Head train from?

Penrith to St Bees Head train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Penrith to St Bees Head?

The best way to get from Penrith to St Bees Head is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 600 bus, which costs £18 - £22 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Penrith to St Bees Head bus arrive?

Penrith to St Bees Head bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, arrive at Cockermouth station.

Where does the Penrith to St Bees Head train arrive?

Penrith to St Bees Head train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Whitehaven station.

Can I drive from Penrith to St Bees Head?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to St Bees Head is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 6m to drive from Penrith to St Bees Head.

Where can I stay near St Bees Head?

There are 609+ hotels available in St Bees Head.

Penrith to St Bees Head - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 600 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Penrith to St Bees Head by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
2h 20m
£34–56
Drive 47.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Penrith to St Bees Headcar 47.1 mi
1h 6m
£12–17
Bus, line 600 bus
1. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to Cockermouthbus X5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Main Street to Morrisonsbus 600
2h 40m
£18–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Penrith to St Bees Headtaxi 47.1 mi
1h 6m
£95–120

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Distance: 61.9 mi
Duration: 2h 20m

What companies run services between Penrith, England and St Bees Head, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Whitehaven hourly. Tickets cost £15–29 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Penrith Rail Station to St Bees Head via Main Street and Morrisons in around 2h 40m.

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