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

The cheapest way to get from Cumbria to Leeds is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 5h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cumbria to Leeds is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cumbria and Leeds?

No, there is no direct bus from Cumbria to Leeds station. However, there are services departing from Ullswater Guest House and arriving at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via Rail Station and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Cumbria and Leeds?

No, there is no direct train from Cumbria to Leeds. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Leeds via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Cumbria to Leeds?

The distance between Cumbria and Leeds is 140 miles. The road distance is 97.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cumbria to Leeds without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Cumbria to Leeds, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cumbria to Leeds bus from?

Cumbria to Leeds bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Cumbria to Leeds train from?

Cumbria to Leeds train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Train or bus from Cumbria to Leeds?

The best way to get from Cumbria to Leeds is to train which takes 4h and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Cumbria to Leeds bus arrive?

Cumbria to Leeds bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Cumbria to Leeds train arrive?

Cumbria to Leeds train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Cumbria to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Cumbria to Leeds is 97 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Cumbria to Leeds.

Where can I stay near Leeds?

There are 2606+ hotels available in Leeds.

Cumbria to Leeds - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 104 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Prestontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
4h
£44–83
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
5h 4m
£24–41
Drive 96.6 mi
1. Drive from Cumbria to Leedscar 96.6 mi
2h 9m
£24–35
Line 104 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Stand A - English Streetbus 104
2. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31
5h 19m
£31–41

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Distance: 139.1 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a bus from Ullswater Guest House to Leeds via Rail Station, Penrith North Lakes, and Preston in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ullswater Guest House to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station via Rail Station and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 5h 4m.

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