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How to get fromPreston to Cumbriaby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Preston to Cumbria by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, line 509 bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Preston to Penrith North Lakestrain train Preston - Edinburgh / ...
    2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Ullswater Steamer Pierbus bus 509
    2h 13m
    £24–41

  2. Drive  72.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Preston to Cumbriacar car 72.3 mi
    1h 20m
    £18–26

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Preston to Windermeretrain train Manchester Airport - Windermere / ...
    2. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to Leeming House Hotelbus bus 508
    3h 48m
    £33–50

Preston to Cumbria by train and bus

Calendar25Weekly Services
Duration2h 13mAverage Duration
Ticket£24Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 77.5 mi
  • Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Cumbria, England?

There is no direct connection from Preston to Cumbria. However, you can take the train to Penrith North Lakes, walk to Rail Station, then take the line 509 bus to Ullswater Steamer Pier. Alternatively, you can take a train from Preston to Cumbria via Windermere, Bus Rail Interchange, and Leeming House Hotel in around 3h 48m.

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