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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Wales is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 9h.

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 53m 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 Cardiff North Road via Birmingham - Jennens Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

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 53m.

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 53m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m 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 53m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 9h.

Where does the Penrith to Wales bus arrive?

Penrith to Wales bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham 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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How do I get a bus ticket from Penrith to Wales?

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Where can I stay near Wales?

There are 1723+ hotels available in Wales.

Penrith to Wales - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Penrith to Wales by train, bus, car, or plane

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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 53m
£99–166
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 590
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk084
9h
£47–104
Drive 257 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Cardiffcar 257 mi
5h 5m
£64–92
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
6h 2m
£67–165
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
£101–181
Train via Worcester
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Worcestershire Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Worcestershire Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 10m
£131–201

Penrith to Wales by train

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Distance: 260.5 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station to Cardiff North Road via Birmingham Coach Station and Birmingham - Jennens Road in around 9h.

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