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Cumbria is the second largest county in the UK, but one of the most sparsely populated. It is located on the North West coast of England bordering Scotland to the north, Northumberland and County Durham to the east, Lancashire to the south and Yorkshire to the south east.
The region is famous for being the home of the Lake District. Known the world over for its breath-taking scenery, beautiful lakes, stunning walks and picturesque towns and villages it is one of the most popular places to visit in the UK. It is home to three areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and two UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Cumbria is home to the world famous Lake District, packed with breath-taking scenery and beautiful walks. If you want to explore Cumbria and the Lakes, you can browse and secure cheap train tickets to Cumbria with TransPennine Express.
The main towns in Cumbria are connected by the rail network, whether you’re travelling to Penrith, Oxenholme or Windermere. You can also enjoy onward travel across the region using the local bus network – simply go here for timetables. For shorter journeys, you can also pick up taxis from outside all the major train stations in the area.
The journey time to Cumbria depends on your destination and where you’re travelling from. The Manchester to Oxenholme train takes around 1 hour 10 minutes, whilst the journey from Preston to Carlisle takes just over an hour. Trains from Newcastle to Carlisle have a journey time of 1 hour 20 minutes, whilst Carlisle to Penrith takes just 15 minutes.
The main train stations in Cumbria are Carlisle, Oxenholme, Penrith, Barrow-in-Furness, Windermere, Kendal, Whitehaven and Ulverston.
You can get cheap train tickets to Cumbria if you purchase them with a Railcard, like a 16-25 Railcard. It’s also possible to reduce the cost of your train ticket by being flexible with your trains and travelling outside of peak times. If you buy an advance ticket to Cumbria you can also save over 50%.
The biggest train station in Cumbria is Carlisle train station. Just under 2 million passengers pass through it every year.
Grab cheap train tickets from [departure_station] to [arrival_station] and save over 50% when you book in advance. Check out some of the best ways you can get your hands on cheap tickets from [departure_station] to [arrival_station] by train below. For more money-saving tips on train travel across the North and Scotland, read our cheap train tickets guide.
Did you know you can book train tickets up to 24 weeks before you travel? Buying Advance tickets is one of the best ways to save on rail fares. Be the first to know when our Advance tickets are available by signing up for cheap ticket alerts. So, get ahead of the game for your next trip and you could save over 50%*!
A season ticket is one of the best ways to secure over a third off train tickets if you regularly travel along the same route. Not only will you get the cheapest fares, but you’ll also save time by skipping the ticket queue. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket is right for you.
If a guaranteed third off train tickets sounds like music to your ears, a Railcard could be the perfect option. Whether you’re a student, senior, jobseeker, or just love to travel, there’s a Railcard for you. Available for one or three years, these cards help you explore the North and Scotland for less. Check out the different TransPennine Express Railcards.
Train ticket prices vary depending on the time of day. If you’re flexible with your travel times, you can bag the cheapest fares by choosing Off-Peak tickets. Check trains an hour or two before or after your ideal time to see if you can sneak some savings. Read about the different types of train tickets in our guide.
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