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

The cheapest way to get from Brighton to Carlisle is to bus which costs £55 - £85 and takes 10h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Brighton to Carlisle is to fly and train which takes 4h 48m and costs £50 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Brighton and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Brighton to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Preston Circus and arriving at Halston Hotel via South Terminal Coach Station and Coach Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Brighton and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Brighton to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Brighton and arriving at Carlisle via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Brighton to Carlisle?

The distance between Brighton and Carlisle is 353 miles. The road distance is 361.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brighton to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs £65 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Brighton to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Carlisle bus from?

Brighton to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Preston Circus station.

Where do I catch the Brighton to Carlisle train from?

Brighton to Carlisle train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Brighton station.

Train or bus from Brighton to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Brighton to Carlisle is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs £65 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £85 and takes 10h 31m.

Where does the Brighton to Carlisle bus arrive?

Brighton to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at South Terminal Bus Station.

Where does the Brighton to Carlisle train arrive?

Brighton to Carlisle train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Brighton to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Brighton to Carlisle is 361 miles. It takes approximately 6h 2m to drive from Brighton to Carlisle.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Brighton to Carlisle?

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 572+ hotels available in Carlisle.

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

There are 11 ways to get from Brighton 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 Brighton to London St Pancras IntlBrighton - Cambridge / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to CarlisleLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 11m
£65–244
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LGW - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
4h 48m
£51–205
Bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Circus to South Terminal Bus Station025
2. Take the bus from South Terminal Coach Station to Coach Park
3. Take the bus from Coach Park to Halston Hotel
10h 31m
£58–83
Drive 359.2 mi
1. Drive from Brighton to Carlisle359.2 mi
6h 2m
£88–127
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Brighton to London St Pancras Intl
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Leeds
3. Take the train from Leeds to Carlisle
7h 30m
£53–199
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LGW - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisle
5h 13m
£63–190
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdon
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
6h 41m
£87–340
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to London Bridge
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisle
6h 4m
£107–336
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Southampton Central
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
6h 43m
£112–275
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdon
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisle
6h 48m
£117–353
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Brighton to Farringdon
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carlisle
7h 8m
£106–363

Brighton to Carlisle by train and foot

185Weekly Services

5h 11mAverage Duration

£65Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Brighton to Carlisle.

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Distance: 351 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

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

You can take a train from Brighton to Carlisle via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 5h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Circus to Halston Hotel via South Terminal Coach Station and Coach Park in around 10h 31m.

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