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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Matfen is to bus and line 74 bus which costs £11 - £19 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Matfen is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £11 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Matfen?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Matfen. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Black Bull via Shoulder of Mutton and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Matfen?

The distance between Carlisle and Matfen is 49 miles. The road distance is 45.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Matfen without a car is to train and line 74 bus which takes 2h 12m and costs £10 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Carlisle to Matfen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Matfen bus from?

Carlisle to Matfen bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Matfen bus arrive?

Carlisle to Matfen bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Shoulder of Mutton station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Matfen?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Matfen is 45 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Carlisle to Matfen.

Where can I stay near Matfen?

There are 1228+ hotels available in Matfen.

Carlisle to Matfen - 4 ways to travel via train, line 74 bus, bus, car

There are 4 ways to get from Carlisle to Matfen by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 74 bus
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Hexhamtrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Black Bullbus 74
2h 12m
£10–19
Bus, line 74 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shoulder of Muttonbus 685
2. Take the bus from Shoulder of Mutton to Bus Stationbus 685
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Black Bullbus 74
3h 32m
£11–18
Drive 45.2 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Matfencar 45.2 mi
57 min
£12–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlisle to Matfentaxi 45.2 mi
57 min
£100–130

Carlisle to Matfen by train and bus

50Weekly Services

2h 12mAverage Duration

£10Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 48.8 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Black Bull via Shoulder of Mutton and Bus Station in around 3h 32m.

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