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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Carlisle is to bus which costs £23 - £75 and takes 10h 10m.

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 51m and costs £95 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Halston Hotel via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 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 5h 46m.

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 5h 46m and costs £120 - £350.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m 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 5h 46m and costs £120 - £350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £75 and takes 10h 10m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Carlisle bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

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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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

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Basingstoke to Carlisle - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 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 Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Carlisletrain Rugby - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 46m
£126–341
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Malls to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 035
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
10h 10m
£23–72
Drive 303.3 mi
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Carlislecar 303.3 mi
5h 12m
£75–107
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4h 51m
£99–254
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 22m
£55–239
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
5h 53m
£70–283
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LHR - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisletrain
5h 37m
£83–332
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
5h 12m
£113–268
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
6h 9m
£94–297
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carlisletrain
6h 29m
£79–307
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
6h 38m
£77–256

Basingstoke to Carlisle by train

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Distance: 305.6 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Carlisle via Stafford in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Halston Hotel via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals and London Victoria in around 10h 10m.

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