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

The cheapest way to get from Carnforth to Carlisle is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carnforth to Carlisle is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Carnforth and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Carnforth to Carlisle station. However, there are services departing from New Street and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station Night Std. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Carnforth and Carlisle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carnforth and arriving at Carlisle. Services depart once a week, and operate Saturday. The journey takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Carnforth to Carlisle?

The distance between Carnforth and Carlisle is 75 miles. The road distance is 61.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carnforth to Carlisle without a car is to train via Lancaster which takes 1h 11m and costs £15 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Carnforth to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carnforth to Carlisle bus from?

Carnforth to Carlisle bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from New Street station.

Where do I catch the Carnforth to Carlisle train from?

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

Train or bus from Carnforth to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Carnforth to Carlisle is to train via Lancaster which takes 1h 11m and costs £15 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 55 bus and bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Carnforth to Carlisle bus arrive?

Carnforth to Carlisle bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Carnforth to Carlisle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carnforth to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Carnforth to Carlisle is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Carnforth to Carlisle.

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

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

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Carnforth to Carlisle - 4 ways to travel via train, line 55 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train via Lancaster
best
1. Take the train from Lancaster to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
1h 11m
£16–35
Drive 61.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carnforth to Carlislecar 61.3 mi
1h 4m
£15–22
Line 55 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from New Street to Bus Stationbus 55 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station Night Std to Bus Stationbus 181
3h 20m
£21–32
Train
1. Take the train from Carnforth to Carlisletrain Lancaster - Carlisle
3h 46m
£17–22

Carnforth to Carlisle by train

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1h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 74.9 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Lancaster to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £12–30 and the journey takes 50 min. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from New Street to Bus Station via Bus Station Night Std in around 3h 20m.

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