Get Around Eden
Once you are here, you can begin your tour of Eden. You could even leave the car behind and use the bus, train, bike or Steamer.
By Train
The Settle Carlisle Railway runs through Eden, with trains stopping at stations at Kirkby Stephen, Appleby, Langwathby, Lazonby and Armathwaite. Train times and fares are available from the Settle to Carlisle Railway.
By Bus
The Traveline website offers comprehensive travel information for Eden.
Fellrunner buses serve most of the villages in the Penrith area with services to Penrith or Carlisle. Most services allow for about 3 hours in Penrith and 4 hours in Carlisle.
Robinsons buses operate in and around the Appleby area, for further information telephone 017683 51424.
Stagecoach run a bus service within Eden. Individual bus timetables for specific routes are available from Cumbria County Council to make planning your trip around Eden easier.
National Express coaches operate a service from Penrith to destinations outside Eden. For further information telephone 08717 818178.
Wright Bros coaches operate services from Nenthead and Alston to Hexham, Newcastle, Brampton and Carlisle.
NBM run a service in and around Penrith for further information telephone 01768 892727.
By Bike
Why not explore Eden's epic scenery by bike? Bring your own or hire one when you get here to discover all that Eden has to offer.
By 'Steamer'
Ullswater 'Steamers' create the perfect opportunity to travel around Lake Ullswater by boat.
By Car
Taxis
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The UK Taxi Firms Directory has details of local taxi firms in Penrith, Kirkby Stephen, Alston and Appleby
Car Hire and Rental
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Enterprise Car Hire, Penrith
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Westmorland Vehicle Hire, Penrith
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Eden Garage, Temple Sowerby
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Practical Car Rental, Penrith
Or why not enjoy Eden with a classic car from Lakes and Dales Classic Car Hire?
Further information
For any further information about getting around Eden, please contact Penrith Tourist Information Centre.
