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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Sunderland is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Sunderland is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Penrith and arriving at Interchange via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Sunderland?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Sunderland. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Sunderland via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Penrith to Sunderland?

The distance between Penrith and Sunderland is 91 miles. The road distance is 73.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Sunderland without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Penrith to Sunderland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Sunderland bus from?

Penrith to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Penrith station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Sunderland train from?

Penrith to Sunderland train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Penrith to Sunderland?

The best way to get from Penrith to Sunderland is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 5h.

Where does the Penrith to Sunderland bus arrive?

Penrith to Sunderland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds Cultural Stop C station.

Where does the Penrith to Sunderland train arrive?

Penrith to Sunderland train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sunderland station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Sunderland?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Sunderland is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Penrith to Sunderland.

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

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

Book your Penrith to Sunderland bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Sunderland?

There are 1972+ hotels available in Sunderland.

Penrith to Sunderland - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 104 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
3h 6m
£35–66
Drive 72.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Penrith to Sunderlandcar 72.8 mi
1h 43m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Penrith to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Interchangebus Uk010
5h
£21–35
Line 104 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Graham Street to STAND A - English Streetbus 104
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
3h 41m
£32–58

Penrith to Sunderland by train

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Distance: 90 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Sunderland every 2 hours. Tickets cost £29–55 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Penrith to Interchange via Leeds City Bus Station in around 5h.

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