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

The cheapest way to get from Clitheroe to Carlisle is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 40m.

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 40m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Clitheroe and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Clitheroe to Carlisle station. However, there are services departing from Park Street and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

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 32m.

How far is it from Clitheroe to Carlisle?

The distance between Clitheroe and Carlisle is 108 miles. The road distance is 83.7 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 line 280 bus and train which takes 2h 17m and costs £15 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m 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 Cumbria & North 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 line 280 bus and bus which takes 4h 17m and costs £23 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £17 - £100 and takes 2h 32m.

Where does the Clitheroe to Carlisle bus arrive?

Clitheroe to Carlisle bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North 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 40m to drive from Clitheroe to Carlisle.

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

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

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Clitheroe to Carlisle - 5 ways to travel via train, line 280 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Clitheroe to Carlisle by bus, train, or car

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Line 280 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Park Street to Bus Stationbus 280
2. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 17m
£16–95
Line 280 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Park Street to Bus Stationbus 280
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
4h 17m
£24–31
Drive 83.2 mi
1. Drive from Clitheroe to Carlislecar 83.2 mi
1h 40m
£21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Clitheroe to Blackburntrain
2. Take the train from Blackburn to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain
2h 32m
£18–96
Line 280 bus, train via Skipton
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Opp Kwick Fitbus 280
2. Take the train from Skipton to Carlisletrain Leeds - Carlisle / ...
3h 57m
£17–63

Clitheroe to Carlisle by bus and train

166Weekly Services

2h 17mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Clitheroe to Carlisle.

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Distance: 107.6 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

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

You can take a bus from Park Street to Bus Station via Bus Station in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Clitheroe to Carlisle via Blackburn and Preston in around 2h 32m.

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