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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Keele is to bus which costs £19 - £28 and takes 4h 40m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Keele?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Keele. However, there are services departing from Carlisle Parkhouse Rd and arriving at M6 Keele Services Southbound via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Keele?

The distance between Carlisle and Keele is 153 miles. The road distance is 151.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Keele without a car is to train and line 85 bus which takes 3h 11m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Carlisle to Keele, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Keele bus from?

Carlisle to Keele bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Carlisle Parkhouse Rd station.

Where does the Carlisle to Keele bus arrive?

Carlisle to Keele bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Keele?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Keele is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Carlisle to Keele.

Where can I stay near Keele?

There are 964+ hotels available in Keele.

Carlisle to Keele - 4 ways to travel via train, line 85 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Carlisle to Keele 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, line 85 bus
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to Sneyd Arms PHbus 85
3h 11m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlisle Parkhouse Rd to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus megabus M11
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to M6 Keele Services Southboundbus Uk023
4h 40m
£20–27
Drive 150.8 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Keelecar 150.8 mi
2h 35m
£37–54
Train, line 25 bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Stoke-on-Trenttrain
3. Take the bus from Stoke-on-Trent station to Sneyd Arms PHbus 25
3h 27m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carlisle to Keele.

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Distance: 152.4 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Carlisle Parkhouse Rd to M6 Keele Services Southbound via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange in around 4h 40m.

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