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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Carlisle is to drive which costs £85 - £130 and takes 6h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Carlisle is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £100 - £320.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Carlisle via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Carlisle?

The distance between Folkestone and Carlisle is 370 miles. The road distance is 369.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 4h 50m and costs £100 - £320.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Folkestone to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Carlisle train from?

Folkestone to Carlisle train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Where does the Folkestone to Carlisle train arrive?

Folkestone to Carlisle train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Carlisle is 370 miles. It takes approximately 6h 9m to drive from Folkestone to Carlisle.

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

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 50m
£103–313
Drive 367.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Folkestone to Carlislecar 367.6 mi
6h 9m
£90–130
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
6h 5m
£101–379
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Carlisletrain
7h 8m
£145–205
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisletrain
5h 21m
£128–383
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
5h 48m
£132–400
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
6h 14m
£129–438
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane STN - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
6h 19m
£92–286
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Gatwick Airporttrain
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LGW - EDI
4. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
6h 29m
£103–310
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carlisletrain
6h 39m
£119–346

Folkestone to Carlisle by train and foot

122Weekly Services

4h 50mAverage Duration

£103Cheapest Price

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Distance: 367.5 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Carlisle via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 4h 50m.

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