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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Cumbernauld is to bus which costs £15 - £25 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Cumbernauld is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Cumbernauld?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith to Cumbernauld. However, there are services departing from Penrith and arriving at Town Centre stances via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Cumbernauld?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Cumbernauld. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Cumbernauld via Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Penrith to Cumbernauld?

The distance between Penrith and Cumbernauld is 119 miles. The road distance is 116.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Cumbernauld without a car is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £27 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Penrith to Cumbernauld, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Cumbernauld bus from?

Penrith to Cumbernauld bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Penrith station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Cumbernauld train from?

Penrith to Cumbernauld train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Train or bus from Penrith to Cumbernauld?

The best way to get from Penrith to Cumbernauld is to train which takes 2h 32m and costs £27 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £25 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Penrith to Cumbernauld bus arrive?

Penrith to Cumbernauld bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Where does the Penrith to Cumbernauld train arrive?

Penrith to Cumbernauld train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Motherwell station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Cumbernauld?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Cumbernauld is 116 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Penrith to Cumbernauld.

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

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Where can I stay near Cumbernauld?

There are 1511+ hotels available in Cumbernauld.

Penrith to Cumbernauld - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Penrith to Cumbernauld by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Motherwelltrain Manchester Airport - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Motherwell to Cumbernauldtrain Dalmuir - Cumbernauld / ...
2h 32m
£27–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Penrith to Glasgowbus Ukn31
3h 2m
£16–24
Drive 115.5 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Cumbernauldcar 115.5 mi
1h 56m
£28–40

Penrith to Cumbernauld by train

95Weekly Trains

2h 32mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 118.3 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between Penrith, England and Cumbernauld, Scotland?

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Cumbernauld via Motherwell in around 2h 32m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Penrith to Glasgow every 4 hours. Tickets cost £13–20 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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