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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Carlisle is to rideshare which costs £7 - £20 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Carlisle is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £24 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Carlisle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Central Coach Station station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Carlisle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Carlisle. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 53m.

How far is it from Manchester to Carlisle?

The distance between Manchester and Carlisle is 121 miles. The road distance is 119.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £24 - £85.

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

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle takes 1h 53m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Carlisle bus from?

Manchester to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Carlisle train from?

Manchester to Carlisle train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Manchester to Carlisle is to train which takes 1h 53m and costs £24 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 3h.

Where does the Manchester to Carlisle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Carlisle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Carlisle is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Manchester to Carlisle.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 575+ hotels available in Carlisle.

Can I share a ride from Manchester to Carlisle?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Manchester and Carlisle. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Manchester to Carlisle - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Carlisle by train, bus, rideshare, 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 Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
1h 53m
£24–85
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Carlislerideshare 117.5 mi
2h 28m
£7–20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
3h
£23–35
Train via Warrington Bank Quay
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Manchester Airport - Llandudno / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 25m
£21–71
Drive 118.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Carlislecar 118.6 mi
2h 6m
£30–42

Manchester to Carlisle by train

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Distance: 120.6 mi
Duration: 1h 53m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £24–85 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £23–35 and the journey takes 3h.

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