What is the cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Carlisle?

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Carlisle is to bus via Northampton which costs £55 - £95 and takes 9h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Carlisle?

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Carlisle is to train and fly which takes 4h 52m and costs £110 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Carlisle station. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Carlisle via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Carlisle?

The distance between Basingstoke and Carlisle is 307 miles. The road distance is 305 miles.

How do I travel from Basingstoke to Carlisle without a car?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs £75 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Basingstoke to Carlisle?

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Basingstoke to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Carlisle bus from?

Basingstoke to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Carlisle train from?

Basingstoke to Carlisle train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Carlisle is to train which takes 6h 1m and costs £75 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £95 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Carlisle bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Carlisle train arrive?

Basingstoke to Carlisle train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Carlisle is 305 miles. It takes approximately 5h 12m to drive from Basingstoke to Carlisle.

How do I get a train ticket from Basingstoke to Carlisle?

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Basingstoke to Carlisle - 12 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 12 ways to get from Basingstoke to Carlisle by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to StaffordBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to CarlisleRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 1m
£76–231
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Station806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station594
8h 10m
£51–91
Drive 303.3 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Carlisle303.3 mi
5h 12m
£77–110
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
4h 52m
£113–261
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to CarlisleManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 24m
£57–240
Bus via Northampton
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Coach ParkUk900
2. Take the bus from Coach Park to Halston HotelUkn31
9h 46m
£57–94
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
5h 44m
£78–298
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LHR - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
5h 30m
£93–356
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)SOU - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisle
5h 14m
£119–279
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisle
6h
£99–316
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carlisle
6h 21m
£94–331
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
6h 41m
£82–372

Basingstoke to Carlisle by train

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Distance: 305.7 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Basingstoke, England and Carlisle, England?

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Carlisle via Stafford in around 6h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 8h 10m.

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