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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Carlisle is to bus which costs £29 - £80 and takes 10h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Carlisle is to fly and train which takes 4h 50m and costs £95 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Halston Hotel via Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/B1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Carlisle via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Exeter to Carlisle?

The distance between Exeter and Carlisle is 359 miles. The road distance is 348.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £75 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Exeter to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Carlisle bus from?

Exeter to Carlisle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Carlisle train from?

Exeter to Carlisle train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Exeter to Carlisle is to train which takes 6h 17m and costs £75 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £80 and takes 10h 14m.

Where does the Exeter to Carlisle bus arrive?

Exeter to Carlisle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Carlisle train arrive?

Exeter to Carlisle train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Carlisle is 348 miles. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Exeter to Carlisle.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Exeter to Carlisle?

Book your Exeter to Carlisle bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 577+ hotels available in Carlisle.

Exeter to Carlisle - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Exeter to Carlisle by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to CarlisleRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 17m
£77–263
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1
3. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Halston Hotel
10h 14m
£29–76
Drive 346.4 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Carlisle346.4 mi
5h 37m
£85–122
Fly Exeter to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Newcastle (NCL)EXT - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
4h 50m
£97–265
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle
9h 14m
£117–275
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
5h 49m
£59–176
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
5h 29m
£55–210
Fly Exeter to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)EXT - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisle
5h 23m
£101–289
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisle
6h 2m
£67–195
Fly Exeter to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)EXT - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carlisle
5h 34m
£94–349

Exeter to Carlisle by train

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Map of how to get from Exeter to Carlisle.

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Distance: 356.8 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Carlisle via Birmingham New Street in around 6h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Halston Hotel via Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/B1 in around 10h 14m.

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