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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Greater Manchester to Carlisle

Composite routes from Greater Manchester to Carlisle

Cheapest
2 h 6 min
Car
196 km.
from $10

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

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

Train operators

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Carlisle is to bus via Victoria Rail Station which costs $18.48 - $26.09 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Carlisle is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs $39.13 - $59.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Carlisle via Manchester, Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Carlisle?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Carlisle is 195 km. The road distance is 196.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs $30.43 - $76.09 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Greater Manchester to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Carlisle bus from?

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

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Carlisle is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs $30.43 - $76.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $28.26 - $40.22 and takes 4h 32m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Carlisle bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Carlisle is 196 km. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Greater Manchester to Carlisle.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

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