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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Cartmel is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Cartmel is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Cartmel?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Cartmel. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Grange-over-Sands via Crewe and Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Derby to Cartmel?

The distance between Derby and Cartmel is 141 miles. The road distance is 137.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Cartmel without a car is to train which takes 4h 9m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Derby to Cartmel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Cartmel train from?

Derby to Cartmel train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.

Where does the Derby to Cartmel train arrive?

Derby to Cartmel train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Derby to Cartmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Cartmel is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Derby to Cartmel.

Where can I stay near Cartmel?

There are 1038+ hotels available in Cartmel.

Derby to Cartmel - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Derby to Cartmel by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Lancastertrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 9m
£66–105
Drive 136.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Derby to Cartmelcar 136.3 mi
2h 44m
£34–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Derby to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Carnforthtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Bus Stationbus 555 / ...
6h 53m
£71–107
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Corporation Street to Railway Stationbus 9.1 / ...
2. Take the train from Alfreton to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
7h 17m
£66–118

Derby to Cartmel by train and bus

30Weekly Services

6h 53mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 139.8 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Cartmel via Crewe, Lancaster, and Grange-over-Sands in around 4h 9m.

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