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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs £90 - £160.

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 Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

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 which takes 4h 52m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Penrith to Cardiff, including transfers.

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.

Where does the Penrith to Cardiff train arrive?

Penrith to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe 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 - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Penrith to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 52m
£94–160
Drive 257 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Penrith to Cardiffcar 257 mi
5h 5m
£64–92
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 590
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 52m
£85–159
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 52m
£95–220
Train via Manchester
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 36m
£100–168
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 35m
£86–206
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 15m
£70–167

Penrith to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 260.5 mi
Duration: 4h 52m

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

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Cardiff Central via Crewe in around 4h 52m.

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