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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Wales is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 5h 5m.

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 52m and costs £90 - £160.

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 52m.

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 52m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Penrith to Wales, including transfers.

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.

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?

There are 1740+ hotels available in Wales.

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There are 5 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 52m
£94–160
Train, fly, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Kingsway K14bus
5h 58m
£60–150
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 590
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 52m
£85–159
Drive 257 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Cardiffcar 257 mi
5h 5m
£64–92
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 36m
£100–168

Penrith to Wales by train

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Distance: 260.5 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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 52m.

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