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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Cumbria is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 10h.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Cumbria is to drive which takes 4h 47m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness station to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stance 3 and arriving at Longthwaite road end via Glasgow, La Mexxaluna and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h.

How far is it from Inverness to Cumbria?

The distance between Inverness and Cumbria is 310 miles. The road distance is 272.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Cumbria without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 7h 17m and costs £70 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 7h 17m to get from Inverness to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Cumbria bus from?

Inverness to Cumbria bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

Train or bus from Inverness to Cumbria?

The best way to get from Inverness to Cumbria is to train via Edinburgh which takes 7h 17m and costs £70 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 10h.

Where does the Inverness to Cumbria bus arrive?

Inverness to Cumbria bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Cumbria?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Cumbria is 273 miles. It takes approximately 4h 47m to drive from Inverness to Cumbria.

Where can I stay near Cumbria?

There are 833+ hotels available in Cumbria.

Inverness to Cumbria - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarkettrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
7h 17m
£72–266
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk093
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Carlislebus Ukn31
10h
£39–63
Drive 271.2 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Cumbriacar 271.2 mi
4h 47m
£67–96
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Carlisletrain Inverness - London Euston
9h 17m
£73–98

Inverness to Cumbria by train and bus

47Weekly Services

7h 17mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Inverness to Cumbria.

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Distance: 308.1 mi
Duration: 7h 17m

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

You can take a train from Inverness to Pooley Bridge Inn via Haymarket, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 7h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Longthwaite road end via Glasgow, Carlisle, La Mexxaluna, and Bus Station in around 10h.

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