It is one of the most significant additions to the UK's long-distance trail network in recent years, having officially opened Sep'26.
These prices are based on the 8 day schedule - any additional moves, please check for additional costs.
The route begins in Alston — one of England's highest market towns, sitting in the North Pennines — and journeys south through a remarkable sweep of contrasting landscapes before finishing at the ancient red sandstone arches of Furness Abbey, one of England's most spectacular medieval ruins, near Barrow-in-Furness.
To get to Alston in Cumbria by rail, the best option is to take a train to Penrith North Lakes station, then continue to Alston by bus or taxi
You can get to Alston, Cumbria, by bus, with the most straightforward route being the 681 bus from Haltwhistle, operated by Go North East.
From the North – via Carlisle
For visitors travelling from Scotland, Carlisle or northern Cumbria:
1. Follow the M6 southbound to Junction 43 at Carlisle.
2. Take the A69 eastbound towards Hexham and Newcastle.
3. At Brampton, follow the A689 towards Alston.
4. Continue along the A689 through Hallbankgate and over the North Pennines into Alston.
For visitors travelling from Birmingham, Manchester, Lancaster or southern England:
1. Follow the M6 northbound to Junction 40 at Penrith.
2. Take the A66 eastbound towards Brough.
3. Turn onto the A686 towards Alston.
4. Follow the A686 through Langwathby and Melmerby, climbing over Hartside Pass before descending into Alston.
The closest airport with scheduled passenger flights to Alston, Cumbria, is Newcastle International Airport (NCL).
