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 £35 - £60 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 train which takes 4h 45m and costs £75 - £240.

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 Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

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 45m and costs £75 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m 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 which takes 4h 45m and costs £75 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £30 - £60 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 Crewe station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Cardiff is 259 miles. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Penrith to Cardiff.

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

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How do I get a bus 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
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 45m
£76–238
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Birmingham Coach Station590
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to University RE111
8h 20m
£34–58
Drive 257 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Cardiff257 mi
5h 3m
£63–91
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 56m
£64–254
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester PiccadillyEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 30m
£83–162
Bus
1. Take the bus from Penrith to Leeds Cultural Stop CUkn31
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk078
10h 10m
£38–57
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 43m
£47–161
Train to Newcastle, fly, train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 33m
£52–164

Penrith to Cardiff by train

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4h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 260.5 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station to University RE via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 20m.

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