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

The cheapest way to get from Welshpool to Carlisle is to bus which costs £26 - £50 and takes 8h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Welshpool to Carlisle is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Welshpool and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Welshpool station to Carlisle station. However, there are services departing from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Welshpool and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Welshpool and arriving at Carlisle via Shrewsbury and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Welshpool to Carlisle?

The distance between Welshpool and Carlisle is 193 miles. The road distance is 181.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Welshpool to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £30 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Welshpool to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Carlisle bus from?

Welshpool to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Carlisle train from?

Welshpool to Carlisle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Train or bus from Welshpool to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Welshpool to Carlisle is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £30 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £50 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Welshpool to Carlisle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Welshpool to Carlisle train arrive?

Welshpool to Carlisle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Welshpool to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Welshpool to Carlisle is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Welshpool to Carlisle.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Welshpool to Carlisle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain Shrewsbury - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisletrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 16m
£31–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
8h 35m
£27–46
Drive 180.6 mi
1. Drive from Welshpool to Carlislecar 180.6 mi
3h 12m
£45–65
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
5h 28m
£39–127

Welshpool to Carlisle by train

84Weekly Trains

4h 16mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Welshpool to Carlisle.

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Distance: 192.2 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Welshpool, Wales and Carlisle, England?

You can take a train from Welshpool to Carlisle via Shrewsbury and Crewe in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 35m.

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