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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Cardiff is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 10h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Cardiff is to drive which takes 5h 5m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at University RE via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Cardiff Central via Preston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Penrith to Cardiff?

The distance between Penrith and Cardiff is 262 miles. The road distance is 258.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Cardiff without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 25m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Penrith to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Cardiff bus from?

Penrith to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Cardiff train from?

Penrith to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Train or bus from Penrith to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Penrith to Cardiff is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 25m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £50 - £140 and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the Penrith to Cardiff bus arrive?

Penrith to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Penrith to Cardiff train arrive?

Penrith to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Cardiff is 259 miles. It takes approximately 5h 5m to drive from Penrith to Cardiff.

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

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Penrith to Cardiff - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Penrith to Cardiff 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 Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 25m
£84–168
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Penrith to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk078
10h 10m
£32–55
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 590
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to University REbus 111
8h 20m
£54–131
Drive 257 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Cardiffcar 257 mi
5h 5m
£63–91
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 54m
£106–225
Train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 40m
£101–182
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 43m
£96–231
Train to Newcastle, fly, train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 21m
£86–189

Penrith to Cardiff by train

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5h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 260.5 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Penrith, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Cardiff Central via Preston and Crewe in around 5h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station to University RE via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 20m.

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