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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Carlisle is to bus which costs £45 - £90 and takes 9h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Carlisle is to train and fly which takes 5h 22m and costs £85 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Carlisle station. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Poole and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Poole to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Poole and arriving at Carlisle via Bournemouth and Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Poole to Carlisle?

The distance between Poole and Carlisle is 373 miles. The road distance is 338.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 8h and costs £90 - £330.

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

It takes approximately 8h to get from Poole to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Carlisle bus from?

Poole to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Carlisle train from?

Poole to Carlisle train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Poole to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Poole to Carlisle is to train which takes 8h and costs £90 - £330. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Poole to Carlisle bus arrive?

Poole to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Poole to Carlisle train arrive?

Poole to Carlisle train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Poole to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Carlisle is 338 miles. It takes approximately 6h 5m to drive from Poole to Carlisle.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Carlisletrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
8h
£93–326
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 594
9h 45m
£49–89
Drive 336.5 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Carlislecar 336.5 mi
6h 5m
£81–116
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
5h 22m
£89–253
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
9h 11m
£58–490
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane SOU - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
5h 44m
£109–266
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)plane LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
7h 1m
£84–328
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carlisletrain
6h
£82–256
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
7h 58m
£67–263

Poole to Carlisle by train

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Map of how to get from Poole to Carlisle.

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Distance: 371.3 mi
Duration: 8h

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

You can take a train from Poole to Carlisle via Bournemouth and Stafford in around 8h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 9h 45m.

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