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

The cheapest way to get from Bootle to Carlisle is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 5h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bootle to Carlisle is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Bootle and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Bootle to Carlisle station. However, there are services departing from Durham Road and arriving at Bus Station via Duke Street and Coach Stn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Bootle to Carlisle?

The distance between Bootle and Carlisle is 130 miles. The road distance is 120.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bootle to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £19 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Bootle to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bootle to Carlisle bus from?

Bootle to Carlisle bus services, operated by Arriva North West, depart from Durham Road station.

Train or bus from Bootle to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Bootle to Carlisle is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £19 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Bootle to Carlisle bus arrive?

Bootle to Carlisle bus services, operated by Arriva North West, arrive at Duke Street station.

Can I drive from Bootle to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Bootle to Carlisle is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Bootle to Carlisle.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 587+ hotels available in Carlisle.

Bootle to Carlisle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bootle to Carlisle by train, bus, or car

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 Liverpool Lime Street to PrestonLiverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to CarlisleLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 14m
£19–102
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Durham Road to Duke Street47
2. Take the bus from Duke Street to Bus StationX2
3. Take the train from Preston to Carlisle
3h 36m
£17–91
Drive 120.1 mi
1. Drive from Bootle to Carlisle120.1 mi
2h 1m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Durham Road to Duke Street47
2. Take the bus from Duke Street to Bus StationX2
3. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Bus Station181
5h 33m
£24–43

Bootle to Carlisle by bus and train

147Weekly Services

3h 14mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129.5 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Riversdale Road to Carlisle via Queen Square Bus Station, Liverpool Lime Street, and Preston in around 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Durham Road to Bus Station via Duke Street, Bus Station, and Coach Stn in around 5h 33m.

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