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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Cumbria is to drive which costs £65 - £95 and takes 5h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wales to Cumbria?

The fastest way to get from Wales to Cumbria is to drive which takes 5h 15m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Wales to Cumbria?

The distance between Wales and Cumbria is 270 miles. The road distance is 261.7 miles.

How do I travel from Wales to Cumbria without a car?

The best way to get from Wales to Cumbria without a car is to train which takes 5h 25m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Wales to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Cumbria train from?

Wales to Cumbria train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Wales to Cumbria train arrive?

Wales to Cumbria train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Wales to Cumbria?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Cumbria is 262 miles. It takes approximately 5h 15m to drive from Wales to Cumbria.

Where can I stay near Cumbria?

There are 857+ hotels available in Cumbria.

Wales to Cumbria - 4 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Wales to Cumbria by train, car, bus, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 25m
£105–162
Bus, fly, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to Bristol Airportbus
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
7h 35m
£63–149
Drive 260.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Cumbriacar 260.2 mi
5h 15m
£66–95
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
7h 13m
£90–142

Wales to Cumbria by train and bus

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7h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 268.6 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Wales and Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Cumbria via Crewe and Penrith North Lakes in around 5h 25m.

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