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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkham to Carlisle is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkham to Carlisle is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £12 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkham and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkham to Carlisle station. However, there are services departing from Market Square and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkham and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkham to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Kirkham & Wesham and arriving at Carlisle via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

How far is it from Kirkham to Carlisle?

The distance between Kirkham and Carlisle is 98 miles. The road distance is 89.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkham to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £12 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Kirkham to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkham to Carlisle bus from?

Kirkham to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kirkham to Carlisle train from?

Kirkham to Carlisle train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Kirkham to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Kirkham to Carlisle is to train which takes 1h 32m and costs £12 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the Kirkham to Carlisle bus arrive?

Kirkham to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Kirkham to Carlisle train arrive?

Kirkham to Carlisle train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Kirkham to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkham to Carlisle is 90 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Kirkham to Carlisle.

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

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 613+ hotels available in Carlisle.

Kirkham to Carlisle - 4 ways to travel via train, line 42 bus, car, and bus

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
1h 32m
£13–123
Line 42 bus, train
1. Take the bus from White Bull to Queens Squarebus 42
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h
£16–42
Drive 89.4 mi
1. Drive from Kirkham to Carlislecar 89.4 mi
1h 38m
£22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
3h 56m
£21–31

Kirkham to Carlisle by train

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Distance: 97.2 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Kirkham, Lancashire, England and Carlisle, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £10–35 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £19–24 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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