travelling to cumbria

Whether you let the train take the strain, hop on a coach, fly in style, cruise by ferry, or journey by car, Cumbria and the Lake District is so easy to get to.

Once you've decided how you would like to travel select your mode of transport for further information.

If you are not sure when you would like to visit Cumbria and the Lake District use the events search to see what's on in the area. You can then browse and book your accommodation online.
Devil's Bridge, Kirkby Lonsdale
 

Modes of transport

By rail

Rail

Information on the train services that serve Cumbria.

rail services

 
By road

Road (inc coach)

Cumbria is easily accessible by car and coach, with the M6 skirting the east of the county.
road and coach

 
 
By air

Air

Cumbria is served by a number of airports, five within a two hour drive or less.

airports

 
Ship in the Solway Firth

Sea

Ports at Heysham and Newcastle conveniently link with road and public transport networks.

sea

 
 

What's on in Cumbria

Cumbria, the happening place to be
There's plenty going on so come and take a stroll through a stunning lanscape of events

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Kirkby Stephen station on the famous Settle to Carlisle Railway