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

The cheapest way to get from Stroud to Carlisle is to bus which costs £29 - £65 and takes 10h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stroud to Carlisle is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Stroud and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Stroud to Carlisle station. However, there are services departing from Merrywalks and arriving at Bus Station via Transport Hub and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Stroud and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Stroud to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Stroud (Glos) and arriving at Carlisle via Cheltenham Spa and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Stroud to Carlisle?

The distance between Stroud and Carlisle is 257 miles. The road distance is 251.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stroud to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £55 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Stroud to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Carlisle bus from?

Stroud to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Carlisle train from?

Stroud to Carlisle train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Stroud to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Stroud to Carlisle is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £55 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £65 and takes 10h 5m.

Where does the Stroud to Carlisle bus arrive?

Stroud to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Stroud to Carlisle train arrive?

Stroud to Carlisle train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Stroud to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Stroud to Carlisle is 252 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Stroud to Carlisle.

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

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New StreetBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to CarlisleRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 14m
£55–179
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Station100
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station590
10h 5m
£30–63
Drive 250.1 mi
1. Drive from Stroud to Carlisle250.1 mi
4h 8m
£61–88
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
6h 25m
£68–196
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester PiccadillyBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to CarlisleManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 34m
£58–214
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Stroud (Glos) to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Newcastle (NCL)LHR - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
6h 27m
£90–400
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
6h 1m
£65–234
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisle
6h 16m
£67–196
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisle
6h 32m
£77–214

Stroud to Carlisle by train

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Distance: 255.8 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a train from Stroud (Glos) to Carlisle via Cheltenham Spa and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merrywalks to Bus Station via Transport Hub and Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 5m.

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