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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Cardigan is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 13h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Cardigan is to drive which takes 5h 18m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Finch Square C via Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 31m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Cardigan?

The distance between Carlisle and Cardigan is 301 miles. The road distance is 264.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 58m and costs £50 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 8h 58m to get from Carlisle to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Cardigan bus from?

Carlisle to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Cardigan bus arrive?

Carlisle to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Cardigan is 264 miles. It takes approximately 5h 18m to drive from Carlisle to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 834+ hotels available in Cardigan.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Carlisle to Cardigan 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
4. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Cardigan Rugby ClubT5
8h 58m
£54–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square CT5
13h 31m
£33–80
Drive 262.8 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Cardigan262.8 mi
5h 18m
£64–93
Train, bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
4. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square CT5
9h 36m
£66–164

Carlisle to Cardigan by train and bus

59Weekly Services

8h 58mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Carlisle to Cardigan.

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Distance: 299.6 mi
Duration: 8h 58m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Cardigan, Wales?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Finch Square C via Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 13h 31m.

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