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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Penrith is to bus which costs £11 - £40 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Penrith is to drive which takes 3h and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Penrith via Leeds Cultural Stop C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Penrith?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Derby to Penrith?

The distance between Derby and Penrith is 174 miles. The road distance is 159.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £50 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Derby to Penrith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Penrith bus from?

Derby to Penrith bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Derby to Penrith train from?

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

Train or bus from Derby to Penrith?

The best way to get from Derby to Penrith is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £50 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £40 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Derby to Penrith bus arrive?

Derby to Penrith bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Derby to Penrith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Derby to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Penrith is 160 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Derby to Penrith.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Derby to Penrith?

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Derby to Penrith - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Derby to Penrith by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 59m
£55–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 134 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural Stop C to Penrithbus Ukn31
4h 55m
£12–37
Drive 158.8 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Penrithcar 158.8 mi
3h
£39–56
Bus, train via Manchester
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 Penrith North Lakestrain
5h 40m
£31–120
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Corporation Street to Railway Stationbus 9.1 / ...
2. Take the train from Alfreton to Meadowhalltrain
3. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Booth's Supermarketbus
6h 5m
£33–43

Derby to Penrith by train

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3h 59mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.9 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Penrith North Lakes via Crewe in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Penrith via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Leeds Cultural Stop C in around 4h 55m.

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