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

The cheapest way to get from Dunbar to Penrith is to bus via Glasgow which costs £14 - £29 and takes 6h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunbar to Penrith is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Dunbar and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Dunbar to Penrith. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Penrith via Princes Street and Glasgow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Dunbar and Penrith?

No, there is no direct train from Dunbar to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Dunbar and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Dunbar to Penrith?

The distance between Dunbar and Penrith is 148 miles. The road distance is 117.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunbar to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £19 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Dunbar to Penrith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dunbar to Penrith bus from?

Dunbar to Penrith bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, depart from High Street station.

Where do I catch the Dunbar to Penrith train from?

Dunbar to Penrith train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Dunbar station.

Train or bus from Dunbar to Penrith?

The best way to get from Dunbar to Penrith is to train which takes 2h 57m and costs £19 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £14 - £29 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Dunbar to Penrith bus arrive?

Dunbar to Penrith bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, arrive at Princes Street station.

Where does the Dunbar to Penrith train arrive?

Dunbar to Penrith train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Dunbar to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunbar to Penrith is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Dunbar to Penrith.

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

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Where can I stay near Penrith?

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Dunbar to Penrith - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dunbar to Penrith by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dunbar to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Penzance - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Penrith North Lakestrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2h 57m
£20–101
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from High Street to Princes Streetbus X7
2. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Glasgow to Penrithbus
6h 17m
£14–28
Drive 116.7 mi
1. Drive from Dunbar to Penrithcar 116.7 mi
2h 30m
£28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from High Street to Princes Streetbus X7
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X62 / ...
3. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Halston Hotelbus X95
7h 46m
£19–29

Dunbar to Penrith by train

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Distance: 147.3 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

You can take a train from Dunbar to Penrith North Lakes via Edinburgh Waverley in around 2h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Penrith via Princes Street and Glasgow in around 6h 17m.

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