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Three ways to Travel from Carlisle to Salford

Composite routes from Carlisle to Salford

Cheapest
1 h 59 min
Car
188 km.
from $10
Other
1 h 59 min
Rideshare
188 km.
from $7.15
2 h 14 min
162 km.
from $59.26

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Carlisle to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.25–$30.38

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Preston
Ave. Duration:
1h 9m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$49.37–$151.89

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Carlisle to Manchester,
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 Carlisle to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 48m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$88.60
Train from Carlisle to Preston
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$69.62

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Preston
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.25–$27.85
Train from Preston to Salford
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.49–$12.66

West Coast Railways

Phone:
+44 1524 732100
Email:
Website:
westcoastrailways.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Preston
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Salford is to bus via Salford Shopping Centre which costs $17.39 - $26.09 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Salford is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs $36.96 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Salford?

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

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Salford?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Salford. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Salford Crescent via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Salford?

The distance between Carlisle and Salford is 199 km. The road distance is 188.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Salford without a car is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs $30.43 - $76.09 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Carlisle to Salford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Salford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Salford train from?

Carlisle to Salford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Salford?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Salford is to train which takes 2h 12m and costs $30.43 - $76.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28.26 - $40.22 and takes 3h 8m.

Where does the Carlisle to Salford bus arrive?

Carlisle to Salford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester, Coach Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Salford train arrive?

Carlisle to Salford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Salford?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Salford is 188 km. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Carlisle to Salford.

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

Book your Carlisle to Salford train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Carlisle to Salford bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Salford?

There are 3268+ hotels available in Salford. Prices start at $31.27 per night.
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