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

The cheapest way to get from Liverpool to Carlisle is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Liverpool to Carlisle is to train which takes 2h and costs £16 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Liverpool and Carlisle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Carlisle. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h.

How far is it from Liverpool to Carlisle?

The distance between Liverpool and Carlisle is 125 miles. The road distance is 123.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Liverpool to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 2h and costs £16 - £75.

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

The train from Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle takes 2h including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Liverpool to Carlisle train from?

Liverpool to Carlisle train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Where does the Liverpool to Carlisle train arrive?

Liverpool to Carlisle train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Liverpool to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Liverpool to Carlisle is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Liverpool to Carlisle.

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

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 184+ hotels available in Carlisle.

Liverpool to Carlisle - 4 ways to travel via train, line 310 bus, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Liverpool 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 Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisletrain Liverpool Lime Street - Glasgow Central / ...
2h
£16–75
Line 310 bus, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leeds Street to Bus Stationbus 310
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 2A
3. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain
4h 2m
£15–87
Drive 122.8 mi
1. Drive from Liverpool to Carlislecar 122.8 mi
2h 9m
£30–44
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 14m
£16–100

Liverpool to Carlisle by train

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Map of how to get from Liverpool to Carlisle.

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Distance: 124.4 mi
Duration: 2h

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Carlisle 3 times a day. Tickets cost £16–75 and the journey takes 2h.

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