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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Carlisle is to rideshare which costs £5 - £10 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Carlisle is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £19 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Carlisle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Carlisle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Carlisle. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Preston to Carlisle?

The distance between Preston and Carlisle is 90 miles. The road distance is 88 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £19 - £110.

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

The train from Preston to Carlisle takes 1h 6m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Preston to Carlisle bus from?

Preston to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Carlisle train from?

Preston to Carlisle train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Preston to Carlisle is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £19 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £28 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Preston to Carlisle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Carlisle train arrive?

Preston to Carlisle train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Preston to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Carlisle is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Preston to Carlisle.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 613+ hotels available in Carlisle.

Can I share a ride from Preston to Carlisle?

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Preston 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 Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
1h 6m
£19–110
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Preston to Carlislerideshare 87.4 mi
1h 55m
£5–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
2h 25m
£19–28
Drive 87.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Carlislecar 87.5 mi
1h 32m
£22–32

Preston to Carlisle by train

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1h 6mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 89.4 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £30–110 and the journey takes 1h 6m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £19–28 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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