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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Edale is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 4h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Edale is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Edale?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Edale. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Edale via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Edale?

The distance between Carlisle and Edale is 143 miles. The road distance is 147.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Edale without a car is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 20m to get from Carlisle to Edale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Edale train from?

Carlisle to Edale train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Edale?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Edale is to train which takes 3h 20m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Carlisle to Edale train arrive?

Carlisle to Edale train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Edale?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Edale is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Carlisle to Edale.

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

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Where can I stay near Edale?

There are 1650+ hotels available in Edale.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Carlisle to Edale 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 Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Edaletrain Manchester Piccadilly - Sheffield
3h 20m
£51–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
4h 38m
£30–70
Drive 146.9 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Edalecar 146.9 mi
2h 40m
£36–52
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Edaletrain Manchester Piccadilly - Sheffield
4h 13m
£58–99

Carlisle to Edale by train

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3h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 142.6 mi
Duration: 3h 20m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Edale via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 20m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station twice daily. Tickets cost £22–55 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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