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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Cartmel is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Cartmel is to drive which takes 5h 26m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Cartmel?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Cartmel. However, there are services departing from Union Street and arriving at Clogger Beck via Buchanan Bus Station, Underpass, Bus Station and Blackhall Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 16m.

How far is it from Inverness to Cartmel?

The distance between Inverness and Cartmel is 372 miles. The road distance is 307.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Cartmel without a car is to train via Lancaster which takes 7h 8m and costs £45 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Inverness to Cartmel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Cartmel bus from?

Inverness to Cartmel bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Union Street station.

Train or bus from Inverness to Cartmel?

The best way to get from Inverness to Cartmel is to train via Lancaster which takes 7h 8m and costs £45 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 16m.

Where does the Inverness to Cartmel bus arrive?

Inverness to Cartmel bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Cartmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Cartmel is 307 miles. It takes approximately 5h 26m to drive from Inverness to Cartmel.

Where can I stay near Cartmel?

There are 943+ hotels available in Cartmel.

Inverness to Cartmel - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Inverness to Cartmel by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Lancaster
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to HaymarketInverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to LancasterEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
7h 8m
£49–189
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Inverness to Edinburgh WaverleyInverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Oxenholme Lake DistrictEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
8h 50m
£44–185
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus StationE8
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to UnderpassUk030
11h 16m
Drive 305.4 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Cartmel305.4 mi
5h 26m
£75–108
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)INV - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Grange-over-Sands
5h 30m
£112–285
Train #2
1. Take the train from Inverness to CarlisleInverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake DistrictGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
9h 30m
£74–123
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeen
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)ABZ - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Grange-over-Sands
7h 59m
£111–288
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Leeds Bradford International Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA)INV - LBA
2. Take the train from Shipley to Carnforth
9h
£145–225

Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN) flights

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1h 55mAverage Duration

£97Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Inverness to Cartmel.

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Distance: 370 mi
Duration: 7h 8m

What companies run services between Inverness, Scotland and Cartmel, England?

You can take a train from Inverness to Cartmel via Haymarket, Lancaster, and Grange-over-Sands in around 7h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Street to Clogger Beck via Buchanan Bus Station, Underpass, Bus Station, and Blackhall Road in around 11h 16m.

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