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Days out & scenic buses in: Cumbria

Discover the enchanting landscapes of Cumbria: a scenic journey through vibrant towns and rolling hills by bus

Set your sights on Cumbria, where the adventure begins as soon as you board the train to Penrith. From there, hop onto the iconic 508 bus and wind your way into the heart of the Lake District. You’ll glide past shimmering lakes and lush valleys, each more picturesque than the last.

Once you’ve alighted in Keswick, savour the freshness of Derwentwater or stroll over to the charming Theatre by the Lake. Fancy a taste of the local scene? Pop into Booths for a Cumbrian-inspired picnic before heading off to explore nearby Catbells fell.

Craving a bit more adventure? The bus route to Grasmere invites you to continue your voyage, with Wordsworth’s Dove Cottage awaiting your arrival. Cumbria’s allure lies not just in its destinations, but in every moment of the journey itself—without a car, you’ll find freedom in the scenic routes and hidden gems along the way.

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Bus routes in Cumbria

England’s most scenic railway: Settle Carlisle trains from Northern

Settle Carlisle Railway

Journey through England's most spectacular railway line across the Yorkshire Dales and Eden Valley.

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Stagecoach 79: Carlisle to Longtown, Gretna, Annan & Dumfries

Stagecoach 79

Explore the Scottish Borders and Cumbria on Stagecoach Route 79: Carlisle, Gretna, and Dumfries.

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Cross Pennine 685: Carlisle to Haltwhistle, Hexham, Corbridge & Newcastle | Stagecoach

Cross Pennine 685

Discover Hadrian’s Wall country with the Cross Pennine 685, connecting Carlisle, Brampton, Hexham, and Newcastle.

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Tyne Valley Line: Carlisle to Haltwhistle, Hexham, Prudhoe & Newcastle | Northern Railway

Tyne Valley Line

Travel through Hadrian’s Wall Country by train: The scenic Tyne Valley Line connecting Carlisle, Hexham & Newcastle.

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The Lakes X4 & X5: Workington to Bassenthwaite, Keswick & Penrith | Stagecoach in the Lakes

The Lakes X4 & X5

Explore the Northern Lake District on the scenic X4 & X5 bus from Penrith to Keswick & Workington.

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The Lakes X8: Chorley & Preston to Central Lakes express | Stagecoach in the Lakes

The Lakes X8

Discover the beauty of the Lakes on the X8 bus from Preston, Bamber Bridge and Lancaster.

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The Lakes 93 & 93A: Carlisle to Bowness on Solway & Anthorn | Stagecoach in the Lakes

The Lakes 93 & 93A

Travel from Carlisle to Bowness-on-Solway: Discover Roman history and coastal views on Stagecoach Route 93.

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The Lakes 300: Workington to Maryport, Wigton & Carlisle | Stagecoach in the Lakes

The Lakes 300

Discover Cumbria’s historic market towns including Wigton and Maryport on the scenic Route 300 to Carlisle.

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The Lakes 600: Carlisle to Wigton & Cockermouth | Stagecoach in the Lakes

The Lakes 600

Discover local charm on Stagecoach Route 600, connecting communities from Carlisle to Cockermouth via Wigton.

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The Lakes 104: Carlisle to Penrith & Whinfell Forest Centre Parcs | Stagecoach in the Lakes

The Lakes 104

Enjoy a scenic journey through the Eden Valley on Stagecoach Route 104, connecting Carlisle, Penrith and Whinfell Forest Center Parcs.

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The Lakes 567: Kendal to Kirkby Lonsdale | Stagecoach in the Lakes

The Lakes 567

Explore South Cumbria on Route 567: A scenic bus journey from Kendal to the historic market town of Kirkby Lonsdale via Oxenholme.

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The Lakes 563: Penrith to Appleby & Kirkby Stephen | Stagecoach in the Lakes

The Lakes 563

Explore Historic Castles and Market Towns on the 563 Bus through Cumbria.

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The Lakes 400: Carlisle to Silloth via Wigton | Stagecoach in the Lakes

Route 400

Explore Thursby, Wigton and the seaside views of Skinburness on the Route 400 bus from Carlisle.

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The Lakes 755: Heysham & Morecambe to Central Lakes | Stagecoach in the Lakes

The Lakes 755

Connect the coast to the countryside on The Lakes 755, linking Heysham and Morecambe with Kendal, Windermere and Bowness.

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The Lakes 554: Carlisle to Wigton, Bassenthwaite & Keswick | Stagecoach in the Lakes

The Lakes 554

Explore historic Wigton and the stunning Lakes on the 554 bus from Carlisle.

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The Lakes 516: Dungeon Ghyll to Ambleside & Windermere | Stagecoach in the Lakes

The Lakes 516

The Lakes 516: A spectacular journey from Windermere and Ambleside deep into the Langdale Valley.

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The Lakes 6: Barrow to Ulverston, Bowness & Windermere | Stagecoach in the Lakes

The Lakes 6

Travel from the Furness Coast to Bowness and Windermere with Stagecoach route 6.

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The Lakes 508: Penrith to Patterdale, Kirkstone Pass & Windermere | Stagecoach in the Lakes

The Lakes 508

Experience the dramatic Kirkstone Pass and Ullswater shores on the scenic Lakes 508 bus from Penrith to Windermere.

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The Lakes X6: Barrow to Ulverston, Grange & Kendal | Stagecoach in the Lakes

The Lakes X6

Explore South Cumbria's hidden gems on the X6, linking Barrow-in-Furness, the historic market town of Ulverston, and scenic Grange-over-Sands to Kendal.

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The Lakes 505 – Coniston | Hawkshead | Ambleside – Stagecoach in the Lakes

The Lakes 505

Connecting Ambleside, in the heart of the Lakes, on a delightfully scenic adventure with Coniston Water & Esthwaite Water for mesmerising boating trips across the lakes.

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The Borrowdale Bus 78: Open top Keswick to Seatoller – Stagecoach Cumbria

The Borrowdale Bus 78

Discover the natural beauty of the Lakes from the open top deck with The Borrowdale Bus as it passes through England's most beautiful valley alongside Derwentwater to Seatoller for the Honister Pass.

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Lancaster to Keswick via Kendal & Windermere – The Lakes Connection 555 from Stagecoach in Cumbria

Lakes Connection 555

Travel through the heart of the Lake District on the Lakes Connection 555 - up to every 30 mins during the peak of Summer.

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Keswick to Honister Pass & Buttermere – 77/77A scenic bus route from Stagecoach Cumbria

The Honister Rambler 77

One of Britain's most scenic bus routes - take a hike around Lake Buttermere or explore Honister Slate Mine.

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Carlisle, Caldbeck & Keswick – Explore the Lakes on 553 from Stagecoach

The Lakes 553

A beautiful Saturday's only route running through the heart of Cumbria - alight in Keswick to explore Buttermere or stay on the bus for Glenridding & Patterdale.

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Bowness & Windermere to Grasmere – open-top Lakesider 599 from Stagecoach in Cumbria

Lakesider 599

Discover unrivalled views along the shores of lake Windermere from the elevated seating of an open top double decker bus.

Open top tour

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Lakes Line: Explore the Lake District from Lancaster by train

Lakes Line

Discover the majestic Lake District with the scenic Lakes Line from Lancaster to Windermere and Kendal.

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Places to visit in Cumbria

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National Trust – Derwent Island and House

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