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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Cumbria is to car ferry and drive which costs £60 - £100 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Cumbria is to car ferry and drive which takes 5h and costs £60 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Belfast, Europa Buscentre and arriving at Longthwaite road end via Buchanan Bus Station, La Mexxaluna and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 40m.

How far is it from Belfast to Cumbria?

The distance between Belfast and Cumbria is 277 miles.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Cumbria without a car is to bus and ferry and train which takes 9h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 9h 50m to get from Belfast to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Cumbria bus from?

Belfast to Cumbria bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where does the Belfast to Cumbria bus arrive?

Belfast to Cumbria bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Where can I stay near Cumbria?

There are 809+ hotels available in Cumbria.

Belfast to Cumbria - 6 ways to travel via train, bus and ferry, and car ferry

There are 6 ways to get from Belfast to Cumbria by busferry, train, car ferry, bus, ferry, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus and ferry, train
best
1. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Glasgow Buchananbusferry 923
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
9h 50m
Car ferry, drive
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryancarferry
2. Drive from Cairnryan to Cumbriacar
5h
£61–97
Car ferry, Bus, train
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryancarferry
2. Take the bus from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Glasgow Buchananbus 923
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain
10h 29m
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Larne to Cairnryanferry
2. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayrtrain
3. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Centraltrain
4. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain
11h 3m
£90–358
Bus and ferry, train via Ayr
1. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Ayrbusferry 923
2. Take the train from Auchinleck to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - Carlisle
11h 34m
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Glasgow Buchananbusferry 923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
11h 40m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Belfast to Cumbria.

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Distance: 275.8 mi
Duration: 9h 50m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Cumbria, England?

There is no direct connection from Belfast to Cumbria. However, you can take the vehicle to Glasgow Buchanan, walk to Glasgow Central, take the train to Penrith North Lakes, walk to Rail Station, then take the line 508 bus to Longthwaite road end. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Square Victoria Street to Pooley Bridge Inn via Stena Line terminus, Belfast, Cairnryan, Cairnryan Stena Terminal, Glasgow Buchanan, Glasgow Central, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 10h 29m.

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