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

The cheapest way to get from Cumbernauld to Penrith is to bus which costs £7 - £26 and takes 3h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumbernauld to Penrith is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cumbernauld and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumbernauld to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Town Centre Stances and arriving at Penrith via Glasgow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Cumbernauld and Penrith?

No, there is no direct train from Cumbernauld to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Cumbernauld and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Cumbernauld to Penrith?

The distance between Cumbernauld and Penrith is 119 miles. The road distance is 116.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumbernauld to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £27 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Cumbernauld to Penrith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumbernauld to Penrith bus from?

Cumbernauld to Penrith bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Glasgow station.

Where do I catch the Cumbernauld to Penrith train from?

Cumbernauld to Penrith train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Motherwell station.

Train or bus from Cumbernauld to Penrith?

The best way to get from Cumbernauld to Penrith is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £27 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £26 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Cumbernauld to Penrith bus arrive?

Cumbernauld to Penrith bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Penrith station.

Where does the Cumbernauld to Penrith train arrive?

Cumbernauld to Penrith train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Penrith North Lakes station.

Can I drive from Cumbernauld to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbernauld to Penrith is 116 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Cumbernauld to Penrith.

How do I get a train ticket from Cumbernauld to Penrith?

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Where can I stay near Penrith?

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Cumbernauld to Penrith - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Penrith North Lakestrain Glasgow Central - Preston / ...
2h 31m
£27–126
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Glasgow to Penrithbus Ukn31
3h 55m
£8–26
Drive 115.8 mi
1. Drive from Cumbernauld to Penrithcar 115.8 mi
1h 56m
£28–40

Cumbernauld to Penrith by train

102Weekly Trains

2h 31mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 118.2 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Cumbernauld, Scotland and Penrith, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Motherwell to Penrith North Lakes every 4 hours. Tickets cost £22–55 and the journey takes 1h 23m. Avanti West Coast also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Glasgow to Penrith every 4 hours. Tickets cost £5–15 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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