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How to Travel from

Reading to Carlisle

by Plane, Rideshare or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Luton Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$43.04–$291.13

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Luton Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$35.44–$202.52

British Airways

Website:
britishairways.com
Plane from Southampton Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.87–$696.18
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$569.60
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$430.36
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$69.62–$329.10
Plane from London City Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$88.60–$392.39
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Ringway
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.29–$354.42

Aer Lingus

Website:
aerlingus.com/
Plane from London City Airport to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$88.60–$392.39

Loganair

Website:
loganair.co.uk/
Plane from Southampton Airport to Newcastle
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$189.87–$696.18
Plane from Heathrow Airport to Glasgow
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$202.52–$822.76

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

Thameslink

Phone:
0345 026 4700
Website:
thameslinkrailway.com/
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$21.52–$44.30

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton
Ave. Duration:
22 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.92–$31.64

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Reading to London
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Every 10 minutes
Estimated price:
$24.05–$60.76

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from London Heathrow Airport to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.23–$82.28

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Reading to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$189.87
Train from Reading to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
3h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$113.92–$341.76
Train from Reading to Southampton
Ave. Duration:
43 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$41.77–$82.28

ScotRail

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

Caledonian Sleeper

Phone:
+44 141 555 0888
Website:
sleeper.scot/
Train from Watford Junction to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
4h 54m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$94.93–$126.58

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
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
Train from Manchester Airport to Carlisle
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$37.97–$94.93

Northern Rail

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

Elizabeth Line

Phone:
0343 222 1234
Website:
tfl.gov.uk/modes/elizabeth-line/
Train from Reading to London
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$32.91

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Carlisle is to bus which costs $50 - $70.65 and takes 8h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Carlisle is to drive which takes 4h 58m and costs $92.39 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Carlisle station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Carlisle Station via London Heathrow Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Carlisle via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Reading to Carlisle?

The distance between Reading and Carlisle is 467 km. The road distance is 469.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs $152.17 - $391.30 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Reading to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Carlisle bus from?

Reading to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Heathrow Airport station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Carlisle train from?

Reading to Carlisle train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Reading to Carlisle is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs $152.17 - $391.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $70.65 and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the Reading to Carlisle bus arrive?

Reading to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Carlisle Station.

Where does the Reading to Carlisle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Carlisle is 470 km. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Reading to Carlisle.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

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