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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Runcorn is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Runcorn is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Runcorn via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Runcorn?

The distance between Carlisle and Runcorn is 164 miles. The road distance is 123.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £60 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Carlisle to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Runcorn train from?

Carlisle to Runcorn train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Where does the Carlisle to Runcorn train arrive?

Carlisle to Runcorn train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Runcorn is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Carlisle to Runcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

There are 2834+ hotels available in Runcorn.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Carlisle to Runcorn 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 Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2h 26m
£61–196
Train, bus via Queen Square Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Glasgow Central - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Runcorn High Street Bus Stationbus 79C / ...
3h 33m
£28–62
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
2. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Preston - London Euston / ...
4h 23m
£34–98
Drive 122.5 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Runcorncar 122.5 mi
2h 10m
£30–44
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G to Runcorn High Street- Stand Abus 110
2h 42m
£47–126

Carlisle to Runcorn by train

112Weekly Trains

2h 26mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162.6 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Crewe hourly. Tickets cost £50–150 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.

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