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

The cheapest way to get from Rossendale to Penrith is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rossendale to Penrith is to drive which takes 1h 47m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Rossendale and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Rossendale station to Penrith station. However, there are services departing from Bus station and arriving at Rail Station via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Rossendale and Penrith?

No, there is no direct train from Rossendale to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Accrington and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Rossendale to Penrith?

The distance between Rossendale and Penrith is 94 miles. The road distance is 81.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rossendale to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Rossendale to Penrith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rossendale to Penrith bus from?

Rossendale to Penrith bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Bus station.

Where do I catch the Rossendale to Penrith train from?

Rossendale to Penrith train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Accrington station.

Train or bus from Rossendale to Penrith?

The best way to get from Rossendale to Penrith is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Rossendale to Penrith bus arrive?

Rossendale to Penrith bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Rossendale to Penrith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rossendale to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Rossendale to Penrith is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Rossendale to Penrith.

Where can I stay near Penrith?

There are 874+ hotels available in Penrith.

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There are 3 ways to get from Rossendale to Penrith by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Accrington to Prestontrain Colne - Preston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 29m
£32–57
Drive 81.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rossendale to Penrithcar 81.4 mi
1h 47m
£20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus station to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
4h 32m

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Distance: 93.4 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Health Centre to Penrith North Lakes via Arrival Stand, Accrington, and Preston in around 2h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus station to Rail Station via Shudehill Interchange and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 4h 32m.

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