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

The cheapest way to get from Clitheroe to Carlisle is to train via Ingleton which costs £13 - £19 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Clitheroe to Carlisle is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Clitheroe and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Clitheroe to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Park Street and arriving at Carlisle Parkhouse Rd via Preston Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Clitheroe and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Clitheroe to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Clitheroe and arriving at Carlisle via Blackburn and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Clitheroe to Carlisle?

The distance between Clitheroe and Carlisle is 113 miles. The road distance is 83.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Clitheroe to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £14 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Clitheroe to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Clitheroe to Carlisle bus from?

Clitheroe to Carlisle bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Park Street station.

Where do I catch the Clitheroe to Carlisle train from?

Clitheroe to Carlisle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Clitheroe station.

Train or bus from Clitheroe to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Clitheroe to Carlisle is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £14 - £95. Alternatively, you can line 280 bus and bus, which costs £13 - £20 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Clitheroe to Carlisle bus arrive?

Clitheroe to Carlisle bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Clitheroe to Carlisle train arrive?

Clitheroe to Carlisle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Blackburn station.

Can I drive from Clitheroe to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Clitheroe to Carlisle is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Clitheroe to Carlisle.

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

Book your Clitheroe to Carlisle train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 573+ hotels available in Carlisle.

Clitheroe to Carlisle - 4 ways to travel via train, line 280 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Clitheroe to Carlisle 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 Clitheroe to Blackburn
2. Take the train from Blackburn to Preston
3. Take the train from Preston to Carlisle
2h 31m
£15–95
Line 280 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Street to Bus Station280
2. Take the bus from Preston Coach Station to Carlisle Parkhouse Rdmegabus M11
3h 52m
£13–19
Drive 83 mi
1. Drive from Clitheroe to Carlisle83 mi
1h 39m
£21–30
Train via Ingleton
1. Take the train from Clitheroe to RibbleheadRochdale - Ribblehead / ...
2. Take the train from Ribblehead to CarlisleLeeds - Carlisle / ...
3h 11m
£14–18

Clitheroe to Carlisle by train

118Weekly Trains

2h 31mAverage Duration

£15Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Clitheroe to Carlisle.

Launch map view

Distance: 112 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a train from Clitheroe to Carlisle via Blackburn and Preston in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Street to Carlisle Parkhouse Rd via Preston Coach Station in around 3h 52m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.