What is the cheapest way to get from Bath to Cartmel?

The cheapest way to get from Bath to Cartmel is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bath to Cartmel?

The fastest way to get from Bath to Cartmel is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Bath and Cartmel?

No, there is no direct train from Bath to Cartmel. However, there are services departing from Bath Spa and arriving at Grange-over-Sands via Bristol Temple Meads, Birmingham New Street and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Bath to Cartmel?

The distance between Bath and Cartmel is 244 miles. The road distance is 242.1 miles.

How do I travel from Bath to Cartmel without a car?

The best way to get from Bath to Cartmel without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 50m and costs £100 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Bath to Cartmel?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Bath to Cartmel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bath to Cartmel train from?

Bath to Cartmel train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Where does the Bath to Cartmel train arrive?

Bath to Cartmel train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bath to Cartmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Bath to Cartmel is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Bath to Cartmel.

Where can I stay near Cartmel?

There are 1034+ hotels available in Cartmel.

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There are 4 ways to get from Bath to Cartmel by train, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Lancastertrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 50m
£102–170
Drive 240.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bath to Cartmelcar 240.7 mi
4h 15m
£60–87
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Grange-over-Sandstrain
6h 29m
£153–406
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
8h 6m
£107–180

Bath to Cartmel by train and bus

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8h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 242.2 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Bath, England and Cartmel, England?

You can take a train from Bath Spa to Cartmel via Bristol Temple Meads, Birmingham New Street, Lancaster, and Grange-over-Sands in around 5h 50m.

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