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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Carlisle is to train which costs £29 - £110 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Carlisle is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Carlisle via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Carlisle?

The distance between Holyhead and Carlisle is 220 miles. The road distance is 219.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £29 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Holyhead to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Carlisle train from?

Holyhead to Carlisle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.

Where does the Holyhead to Carlisle train arrive?

Holyhead to Carlisle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Carlisle is 219 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Holyhead to Carlisle.

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

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 184+ hotels available in Carlisle.

Holyhead to Carlisle - 4 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and Steam train

There are 4 ways to get from Holyhead to Carlisle by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 14m
£30–110
Drive 218.1 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Carlislecar 218.1 mi
3h 46m
£53–76
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
3. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Bus Stationbus 181
6h 51m
£47–106
Train, Steam train
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to Carlisletrain The Dalesman West
7h 56m

Holyhead to Carlisle by train

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4h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 218.4 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Carlisle, England?

You can take a train from Holyhead to Carlisle via Warrington Bank Quay in around 4h 14m.

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