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title: "Getting to Keswick | Visit Keswick, Lake District"
url: https://visitkeswick.com/visitor-info/getting-to-keswick
description: "How to reach Keswick — by road, rail, car share, air, ferry, coach and bus, and where to park once you arrive."
---

### Road

Keswick is easily reached via junction 40 of the M6 (Penrith) and the A66 or via the A1 and the A66.

[Read more](https://visitkeswick.com/visitor-info/transport-parking)

### Rail

The nearest railway station to Keswick is Penrith, on the West Coast Main Line, a distance of 17 miles.

### Car share

Co-Wheels is an exciting concept for travel to and around Keswick, exists right outside Penrith Station.

### Air

Keswick is within easy driving distance of several airports. All airports offer car hire and have easy access to the M6.

### Ferry

For visitors from Europe there are sailings to Hull and Newcastle.

### Coach

National Express Rapide Services from London Victoria to the Lake District take approximately 8 - 9 hours.

### Bus

Keswick is well served by buses which are particularly useful for linear walks, exploring the local valleys.

Keswick town and Derwentwater seen together from high on the fell

## Adventure within easy reach

With many of the region’s most iconic landscapes, attractions and experiences all within an hour’s reach, it’s easy to explore more, see more and make every day an adventure. From tranquil waters and towering fells to charming villages and scenic drives, every direction offers something new before returning to Keswick’s vibrant mix of cafés, restaurants, shops and places to unwind.

[Explore the surrounding area](https://visitkeswick.com/explore/surrounding-area)

car park

## Car parking

Visit our parking page for more info on car parks and on street disc parking in Keswick.

[Visit transport and parking](https://visitkeswick.com/visitor-info/transport-parking)

## Start your trip here

Plan your perfect escape with our Keswick guide. From places to stay and things to do, where to eat, explore and unwind.

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