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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Grantham is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Grantham is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Grantham?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Grantham. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Grantham via Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Carlisle to Grantham?

The distance between Carlisle and Grantham is 224 miles. The road distance is 192.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Grantham without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £95 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Carlisle to Grantham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Grantham train from?

Carlisle to Grantham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carlisle station.

Where does the Carlisle to Grantham train arrive?

Carlisle to Grantham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Grantham?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Grantham is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Carlisle to Grantham.

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

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Where can I stay near Grantham?

There are 396+ hotels available in Grantham.

Carlisle to Grantham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Carlisle to Grantham 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 Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Granthamtrain Newcastle - London Kings Cross / ...
4h
£96–133
Drive 191.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlisle to Granthamcar 191.8 mi
3h 16m
£47–68
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Sheffield Meadowhall Interchangebus
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C2 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2bus X3
3. Take the train from Doncaster to Granthamtrain
5h 43m
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Leedstrain Carlisle - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Granthamtrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
4h 30m
£77–107
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Granthamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
5h 18m
£59–113

Carlisle to Grantham by train

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carlisle to Grantham.

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Distance: 222.5 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Grantham via Newcastle in around 4h.

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