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

The cheapest way to get from Luton to Carlisle is to bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Luton to Carlisle is to fly and train which takes 3h 5m and costs £30 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Luton and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Luton station to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Luton Station Interchange and arriving at Halston Hotel via Coach Park. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Luton and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Luton to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Luton and arriving at Carlisle via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Luton to Carlisle?

The distance between Luton and Carlisle is 330 miles. The road distance is 276.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Luton to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £50 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Luton to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luton to Carlisle bus from?

Luton to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Luton Station Interchange.

Where do I catch the Luton to Carlisle train from?

Luton to Carlisle train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Luton station.

Train or bus from Luton to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Luton to Carlisle is to train which takes 4h 30m and costs £50 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 8h.

Where does the Luton to Carlisle bus arrive?

Luton to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Park station.

Where does the Luton to Carlisle train arrive?

Luton to Carlisle train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Luton to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Luton to Carlisle is 276 miles. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Luton to Carlisle.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Luton to Carlisle?

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

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Luton to Carlisle - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Luton to Carlisle by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Luton to London St Pancras Intltrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 30m
£52–230
Fly Luton Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LTN - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisletrain
3h 5m
£34–173
Bus
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Coach Parkbus 707
2. Take the bus from Coach Park to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
8h
£43–69
Drive 274.7 mi
1. Drive from Luton to Carlislecar 274.7 mi
4h 31m
£66–95
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Central stationbus Mk1
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain
6h 3m
£53–228
Bus via Milton Keynes Coachway
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Bus Stationbus 590
9h 5m
£42–61
Fly Luton Airport to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LTN - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
3h 38m
£47–171
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
5h 42m
£78–306
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
5h 58m
£108–314

Luton to Carlisle by train and foot

186Weekly Services

4h 30mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 327.8 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Luton to Carlisle via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luton Station Interchange to Halston Hotel via Coach Park in around 8h.

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