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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Wales is to bus via Leeds which costs £35 - £70 and takes 10h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Wales is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £95 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith station to Wales. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Wales. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Cardiff Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Penrith to Wales?

The distance between Penrith and Wales is 262 miles. The road distance is 258.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Wales without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Penrith to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Penrith to Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Penrith to Wales?

The best way to get from Penrith to Wales is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Penrith to Wales bus arrive?

Penrith to Wales bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Penrith to Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Penrith to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Wales is 259 miles. It takes approximately 5h 5m to drive from Penrith to Wales.

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

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Where can I stay near Wales?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 56m
£99–167
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Penrith to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk078
10h 10m
£39–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
7h 45m
£54–130
Drive 257 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Cardiffcar 257 mi
5h 5m
£63–91
Train, fly
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 Newport (S Wales)train
5h 57m
£67–166
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 38m
£102–183

Penrith to Wales by train

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Distance: 260.5 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

What companies run services between Penrith, England and Wales?

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Cardiff Central via Crewe in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station to Sophia Gardens via Manchester Central Coach Station in around 7h 45m.

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