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 £30 - £80 and takes 10h 34m.

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 53m and costs £100 - £240.

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 34m.

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 26m.

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 26m and costs £70 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 26m 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 26m and costs £70 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 10h 34m.

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?

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Exeter to Carlisle - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 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 26m
£71–266
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 34m
£33–76
Drive 346.4 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Carlisle346.4 mi
5h 37m
£87–125
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 46m
£64–182
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 19m
£119–250
Fly Exeter to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Newcastle (NCL)EXT - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
4h 53m
£105–236
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 32m
£58–220
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 28m
£108–399
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 11m
£70–210
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 38m
£111–289
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Exeter Central to Salisbury
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Southampton Airport Parkway
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
7h 41m
£130–291

Exeter to Carlisle by train

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6h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 356.9 mi
Duration: 6h 26m

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 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Halston Hotel via Bus Station and Meadowhall Interchange/B1 in around 10h 34m.

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