What is the cheapest way to get from Strathaven to Cartmel?

The cheapest way to get from Strathaven to Cartmel is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Strathaven to Cartmel?

The fastest way to get from Strathaven to Cartmel is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Strathaven and Cartmel?

No, there is no direct bus from Strathaven to Cartmel. However, there are services departing from Wellbrae and arriving at Quaker Meeting House via Bus Station, Bus Station and Blackhall Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.

How far is it from Strathaven to Cartmel?

The distance between Strathaven and Cartmel is 191 miles. The road distance is 140.7 miles.

How do I travel from Strathaven to Cartmel without a car?

The best way to get from Strathaven to Cartmel without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Strathaven to Cartmel?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Strathaven to Cartmel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Strathaven to Cartmel bus from?

Strathaven to Cartmel bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Strathaven to Cartmel?

The best way to get from Strathaven to Cartmel is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus and line 555 bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 8h 36m.

Where does the Strathaven to Cartmel bus arrive?

Strathaven to Cartmel bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station Night Std.

Can I drive from Strathaven to Cartmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Strathaven to Cartmel is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Strathaven to Cartmel.

Where can I stay near Cartmel?

There are 1024+ hotels available in Cartmel.

Strathaven to Cartmel - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 555 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Strathaven to Cartmel by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Motherwell to Lancastertrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 30m
£69–119
Drive 139.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Strathaven to Cartmelcar 139.9 mi
2h 27m
£35–50
Bus, line 555 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 555
8h 36m
£38–84

Strathaven to Cartmel by bus

5Weekly Buses

8h 36mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 189.9 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Strathaven, Scotland and Cartmel, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Motherwell to Lancaster every 2 hours. Tickets cost £55–95 and the journey takes 1h 47m. TransPennine Express also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wellbrae to Quaker Meeting House via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Blackhall Road in around 8h 36m.

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