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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Carlisle is to train via Leeds which costs £26 - £40 and takes 5h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Carlisle is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham station to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Broad Marsh Bus Station and arriving at Carlisle via Leeds Cultural Stop C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Carlisle via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Carlisle?

The distance between Nottingham and Carlisle is 204 miles. The road distance is 184.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Nottingham to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Carlisle bus from?

Nottingham to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Carlisle train from?

Nottingham to Carlisle train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Nottingham station.

Train or bus from Nottingham to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Carlisle is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £45 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Nottingham to Carlisle bus arrive?

Nottingham to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Nottingham to Carlisle train arrive?

Nottingham to Carlisle train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Carlisle is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Nottingham to Carlisle.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

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Nottingham to Carlisle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
4h 33m
£51–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 240 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural Stop C to Carlislebus Ukn31
6h 15m
£27–42
Drive 183.2 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Carlislecar 183.2 mi
3h 19m
£45–65
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Leedstrain Nottingham - Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Carlisletrain Leeds - Carlisle / ...
5h 39m
£27–35

Nottingham to Carlisle by train

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Map of how to get from Nottingham to Carlisle.

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Distance: 202.9 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a train from Nottingham to Carlisle via Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Carlisle via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station and Leeds Cultural Stop C in around 6h 15m.

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