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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Manchester to Carlisle

Composite routes from Manchester to Carlisle

Cheapest
2 h 3 min
Car
195 km.
from $10
Other
3 h 8 min
Bus
164 km.
from €18.48
Details

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Manchester, Coach Station to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Warrington Bank Quay to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$189.87

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Manchester, Coach Station to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
3h 8m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$32.91–$46.83

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$88.60

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Warrington
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$17.72

West Coast Railways

Phone:
+44 1524 732100
Email:
bookings@westcoastrailways.net
Website:
westcoastrailways.co.uk/
Train from Warrington Bank Quay to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
4h 12m
Frequency:
Once a week

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Manchester to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.13–$30.38

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Carlisle is to rideshare which costs $8.70 - $26.09 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Carlisle is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs $30.43 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Carlisle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester, Coach Station station and arriving at Carlisle. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Carlisle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Carlisle. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Manchester to Carlisle?

The distance between Manchester and Carlisle is 193 km. The road distance is 195.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs $30.43 - $76.09 .

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

The train from Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle takes 1h 50m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Carlisle bus from?

Manchester to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester, Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Carlisle train from?

Manchester to Carlisle train services, operated by TransPennine Express Service, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Manchester to Carlisle is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs $30.43 - $76.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $18.48 - $26.09 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Manchester to Carlisle bus arrive?

Manchester to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Carlisle station.

What is the time difference between Manchester and Carlisle?

It is currently 04:01 at both, Manchester and Carlisle.

Where does the Manchester to Carlisle train arrive?

Manchester to Carlisle train services, operated by TransPennine Express Service, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Carlisle is 195 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Manchester to Carlisle.

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

Book your Manchester to Carlisle train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Manchester to Carlisle bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 494+ hotels available in Carlisle. Prices start at $36.50 per night.

Can I share a ride from Manchester to Carlisle?

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