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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Cumbria is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 7h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Perth to Cumbria is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Perth and Cumbria?

No, there is no direct bus from Perth to Cumbria. However, there are services departing from Canal Street and arriving at Longthwaite road end via Buchanan Bus Station, La Mexxaluna and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

How far is it from Perth to Cumbria?

The distance between Perth and Cumbria is 179 miles. The road distance is 161.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Perth to Cumbria without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 57m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Perth to Cumbria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Cumbria bus from?

Perth to Cumbria bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, depart from Canal Street station.

Train or bus from Perth to Cumbria?

The best way to get from Perth to Cumbria is to train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 57m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £45 and takes 7h 2m.

Where does the Perth to Cumbria bus arrive?

Perth to Cumbria bus services, operated by Park's of Hamilton, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Perth to Cumbria?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Cumbria is 162 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Perth to Cumbria.

Where can I stay near Cumbria?

There are 877+ hotels available in Cumbria.

Perth to Cumbria - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Perth to Cumbria by train, bus, or car

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 Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Perth to Haymarkettrain Perth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 57m
£61–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Canal Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
7h 2m
£26–43
Drive 161 mi
1. Drive from Perth to Cumbriacar 161 mi
2h 51m
£40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to Carlisletrain Inverness - London Euston
5h 42m
£53–85

Perth to Cumbria by train and bus

82Weekly Services

4h 57mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Perth to Cumbria.

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Distance: 178.4 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Perth, Scotland and Cumbria, England?

You can take a train from Perth to Pooley Bridge Inn via Haymarket, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Canal Street to Longthwaite road end via Buchanan Bus Station, Halston Hotel, La Mexxaluna, and Bus Station in around 7h 2m.

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