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Two ways to Travel from Chester to Carlisle

Composite routes from Chester to Carlisle

Cheapest
2 h 25 min
Car
230 km.
from $12
Other
2 h 25 min
Rideshare
230 km.
from $8.75

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Liverpool to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.32–$36.71

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

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$35.44–$88.60

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Chester to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.39–$15.19

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Chester to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.25–$31.64

West Coast Railways

Phone:
+44 1524 732100
Email:
Website:
westcoastrailways.co.uk/
Train from Warrington Bank Quay to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
4h 12m
Frequency:
Once a week
Train from Chester to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Once a week

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Carlisle is to bus which costs $36.96 - $54.35 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Carlisle is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs $59.78 - $184.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Carlisle via Liverpool. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Carlisle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chester and arriving at Carlisle. Services depart once a week, and operate Tuesday. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Chester to Carlisle?

The distance between Chester and Carlisle is 216 km. The road distance is 230.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs $59.78 - $184.78 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Chester to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Carlisle bus from?

Chester to Carlisle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Liverpool station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Carlisle train from?

Chester to Carlisle train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Warrington Bank Quay station.

Train or bus from Chester to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Chester to Carlisle is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs $59.78 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $36.96 - $54.35 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Chester to Carlisle bus arrive?

Chester to Carlisle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Carlisle station.

Where does the Chester to Carlisle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Carlisle is 230 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Chester to Carlisle.

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

Book your Chester to Carlisle train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Chester to Carlisle bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

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