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

The cheapest way to get from Kent to Cumbria is to bus which costs £40 - £65 and takes 13h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kent to Cumbria is to drive which takes 5h 34m and costs £80 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Kent and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct bus from Kent to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Dickley Wood and arriving at Longthwaite road end via Earl Street, Chatham, Birmingham Coach Station and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 2m.

How far is it from Kent to Cumbria?

The distance between Kent and Cumbria is 354 miles. The road distance is 331.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kent to Cumbria without a car is to train via Ashford International which takes 6h 30m and costs £130 - £320.

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

It takes approximately 6h 30m to get from Kent to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kent to Cumbria bus from?

Kent to Cumbria bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, depart from Chatham station.

Train or bus from Kent to Cumbria?

The best way to get from Kent to Cumbria is to train via Ashford International which takes 6h 30m and costs £130 - £320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 13h 2m.

Where does the Kent to Cumbria bus arrive?

Kent to Cumbria bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, arrive at Birmingham station.

Can I drive from Kent to Cumbria?

Yes, the driving distance between Kent to Cumbria is 332 miles. It takes approximately 5h 34m to drive from Kent to Cumbria.

Where can I stay near Cumbria?

There are 833+ hotels available in Cumbria.

Kent to Cumbria - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane

There are 10 ways to get from Kent to Cumbria 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 Ashford International
best
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 30m
£137–311
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chatham to Birminghambus Michalovce
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
13h 2m
£43–64
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain
11h 18m
£69–133
Drive 329.8 mi
1. Drive from Kent to Cumbriacar 329.8 mi
5h 34m
£81–117
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Penrith North Lakestrain
7h 1m
£136–400
Train
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain Ashford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 32m
£131–298
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train, line 508 bus
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the bus from Rail Station to Brackenrigg Innbus
8h 24m
£104–400
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ashford International to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Penrith North Lakestrain
8h 8m
£114–312
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ashford International to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain
7h 43m
£145–410
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Lenham to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LGW - EDI
4. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain
8h 38m
£98–307

Kent to Cumbria by train, foot, and bus

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6h 30mAverage Duration

£137Cheapest Price

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Distance: 351.8 mi
Duration: 6h 30m

What companies run services between Kent, England and Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Lenham to Ullswater Steamer Pier via Ashford International, London St Pancras Intl, London Euston, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 6h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dickley Wood to Longthwaite road end via Earl Street, Chatham, Birmingham, Birmingham Coach Station, and Rail Station in around 13h 2m.

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