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

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

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  1. Bus, train, line 508 bus

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    1. Take the bus from Southport Interchange to Bus Stationbus bus 2 / ...
    2. Take the train from Preston to Penrith North Lakestrain train
    3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Pooley Bridge Innbus bus 508 / ...
    3h 40m
    £30–49

  2. Drive  89.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Southport to Cumbriacar car 89.9 mi
    1h 50m
    £23–33

  3. Train, line 508 bus

    1. Take the train from Southport to Wigan Wallgatetrain train
    2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Penrith North Lakestrain train
    3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Pooley Bridge Innbus bus 508 / ...
    3h 43m
    £34–63

Southport to Cumbria by bus and train

Calendar81Weekly Services
Duration3h 40mAverage Duration
Ticket£30Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 98.7 mi
  • Duration: 3h 40m

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

There is no direct connection from Southport to Cumbria. However, you can take the line 2 bus to Bus Station, take the bus to Railway Station, walk to Preston, take the train to Penrith North Lakes, walk to Rail Station, then take the line 508 bus to Pooley Bridge Inn. Alternatively, you can take a train from Southport to Pooley Bridge Inn via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 3h 43m.

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