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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Carlisle is to train and bus which costs £29 - £120 and takes 11h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Carlisle is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £65 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Maidstone and arriving at Halston Hotel via North Circular Road Stonebridge Park, Baker Street Station and Finchley Road / O2 Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Carlisle via London Bridge station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Carlisle?

The distance between Maidstone and Carlisle is 340 miles. The road distance is 338 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £65 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Maidstone to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Carlisle bus from?

Maidstone to Carlisle bus services, operated by Euro Fratello Srl, depart from Maidstone station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Carlisle train from?

Maidstone to Carlisle train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Carlisle is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £65 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 20m.

Where does the Maidstone to Carlisle bus arrive?

Maidstone to Carlisle bus services, operated by Euro Fratello Srl, arrive at London Stonebridge station.

Where does the Maidstone to Carlisle train arrive?

Maidstone to Carlisle train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Bridge station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Carlisle is 338 miles. It takes approximately 5h 35m to drive from Maidstone to Carlisle.

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

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

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Maidstone to Carlisle - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Maidstone to Carlisle by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London BridgeMaidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to CarlisleLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 51m
£69–268
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London VictoriaAshford International - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Station590
11h 25m
£29–114
Bus
1. Take the bus from Maidstone to London Stonebridge
2. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Halston HotelUkn31
10h 20m
Drive 336.1 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Carlisle336.1 mi
5h 35m
£82–119
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Cross
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
6h 22m
£78–330
Train, train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Bridge
2. Take the train from London Bridge to Gatwick Airport
3. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LGW - EDI
4. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisle
6h 9m
£81–248
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Cross
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LHR - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisle
6h 29m
£108–343
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Strood to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
5h 49m
£102–377
Train to London City Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Strood to Stratford International
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)LCY - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisle
6h 20m
£109–342
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Cross
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carlisle
6h 49m
£97–353
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Strood to Stratford International
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)STN - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisle
6h 48m
£69–208

Maidstone to Carlisle by train and subway

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4h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 337.8 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Carlisle via London Bridge, London Bridge station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 4h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Maidstone to Halston Hotel via North Circular Road Stonebridge Park, Old Marylebone Town Hall, Baker Street Station, and Finchley Road / O2 Centre in around 10h 20m.

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