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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Carlisle is to bus via Leeds which costs £12 - £27 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Carlisle is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Castle Street/CG22 and arriving at Halston Hotel via Meadowhall Interchange/B1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Carlisle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Sheffield and arriving at Carlisle. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Carlisle?

The distance between Sheffield and Carlisle is 150 miles. The road distance is 141 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £40 - £70.

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

The train from Sheffield to Carlisle takes 3h 35m including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Carlisle bus from?

Sheffield to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sheffield Interchange/E2 station.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Carlisle train from?

Sheffield to Carlisle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Sheffield to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Carlisle is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs £40 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £28 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Sheffield to Carlisle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sheffield to Carlisle train arrive?

Sheffield to Carlisle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Carlisle is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Sheffield to Carlisle.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Sheffield to Carlisle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Carlisletrain Sheffield - Carlisle
3h 35m
£40–70
Bus via Leeds
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds Cultural Stop C to Carlislebus Ukn31
4h 45m
£12–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
4h 43m
£20–28
Drive 140.2 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Carlislecar 140.2 mi
2h 57m
£35–50
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisletrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
3h 41m
£30–116

Sheffield to Carlisle by train

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Distance: 149.6 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Sheffield to Carlisle once a week. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 3h 35m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Halston Hotel 4 times a day. Tickets cost £17–24 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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