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4 h 33 min
443 km.
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4 h 33 min
443 km.
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Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Bristol Airport to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Monday and Saturday
Estimated price:
$40.50–$202.52
Plane from Bristol Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Saturday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$40.50–$253.16

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Bristol Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$43.04–$227.84
Plane from Bristol Airport to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$177.21
Plane from Bristol Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$34.18–$164.55

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Southampton Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.87–$696.18

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
2h 57m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$107.59–$265.81
Train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$55.69–$164.55
Train from Haymarket to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$54.43–$164.55

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$53.16–$120.25

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Bristol to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24
Bus from Birmingham to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
5h 14m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.57–$69.62

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$177.21

ScotRail

Phone:
+44 344 811 0141
Email:
Website:
scotrail.co.uk/
Train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$39.24–$88.60

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Airport to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$37.97–$94.93
Train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$75.95
Train from Haymarket to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$75.95

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Newcastle to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$20.25

Bus operators

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Cabot Circus to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$21.52–$31.64

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Carlisle is to bus which costs $59.78 - $97.83 and takes 8h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Carlisle is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs $86.96 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Bristol and arriving at Carlisle via Birmingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Carlisle via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Bristol to Carlisle?

The distance between Bristol and Carlisle is 453 km. The road distance is 443.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs $141.30 - $380.43 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Bristol to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Carlisle bus from?

Bristol to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bristol station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Carlisle train from?

Bristol to Carlisle train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Bristol to Carlisle is to train which takes 5h 16m and costs $141.30 - $380.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $59.78 - $97.83 and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the Bristol to Carlisle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bristol to Carlisle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bristol to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Carlisle is 443 km. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Bristol to Carlisle.

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

Book your Bristol to Carlisle train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Bristol to Carlisle bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

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