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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Carlisle is to bus via Southampton which costs £35 - £75 and takes 13h 10m.

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 28m and costs £100 - £270.

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 10h 10m.

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 Waterloo station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Poole to Carlisle?

The distance between Poole and Carlisle is 415 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 6h 4m and costs £85 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m 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 FlixBus, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Poole to Carlisle train from?

Poole to Carlisle train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Poole station.

Train or bus from Poole to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Poole to Carlisle is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs £85 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 10h 10m.

Where does the Poole to Carlisle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Poole to Carlisle train arrive?

Poole to Carlisle train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Poole to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Carlisle is 338 miles. It takes approximately 6h 2m to drive from Poole to Carlisle.

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

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

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Poole to Carlisle - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Poole to Carlisle by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Poole to London WaterlooWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to CarlisleLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
6h 4m
£86–289
Bus via Southampton
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Southampton Central Station
2. Take the bus from Southampton Central Station to Green Line Coach Station
3. Take the bus from London Victoria to Carlisle
13h 10m
£35–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationUk061
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station594
10h 10m
£46–104
Drive 336.5 mi
1. Drive from Poole to Carlisle336.5 mi
6h 2m
£83–120
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
5h 28m
£109–265
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to CarlisleManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
8h 44m
£61–487
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)SOU - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisle
5h 46m
£116–272
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Woking
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
7h 4m
£79–311
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Poole to Woking
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carlisle
7h 34m
£95–343
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Central
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
4. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
8h 5m
£79–274

Poole to Carlisle by train and subway

164Weekly Services

6h 4mAverage Duration

£86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 412.5 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

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

You can take a train from Poole to Carlisle via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 6h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 10h 10m.

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