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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Runcorn is to bus which costs £29 - £75 and takes 6h 12m.

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 £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Manchester Central Coach Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

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 33m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Runcorn?

The distance between Carlisle and Runcorn is 127 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 and bus which takes 2h 32m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Carlisle to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Runcorn bus from?

Carlisle to Runcorn bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Runcorn train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Runcorn is to bus which takes 6h 12m and costs £29 - £75. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £30 - £110 and takes 2h 33m.

Where does the Carlisle to Runcorn bus arrive?

Carlisle to Runcorn bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach 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?

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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

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Train, bus
best
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 32m
£42–71
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus 170 / ...
6h 12m
£29–72
Drive 122.5 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Runcorncar 122.5 mi
2h 10m
£30–44
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2h 33m
£33–102
Train, bus via Queen Square Bus Station
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 26m
£44–78

Carlisle to Runcorn by train

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2h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 126 mi
Duration: 2h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Runcorn High Street- Stand A via Manchester Central Coach Station and Liverpool, Liverpool One in around 6h 12m. Alternatively, Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Crewe hourly. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Two other operators also service this route.

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