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Cardiff to Carlisle

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Great Britain Cardiff Carlisle

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47 м

Turn left onto Quay Street

Quay Street, 48 м

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Turn right onto Westgate Street

Westgate Street, 224 м

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Turn right onto Westgate Street

Westgate Street, 37 м

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Turn slight left onto Castle Street

Castle Street, 250 м

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Ryanair

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easyJet

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Aer Lingus

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Loganair

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Ryanair

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Duration 3h 30m

Frequency Monday and Saturday

Estimated price $40.50–$202.52

easyJet

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Duration 1h 5m

Frequency Every day

Estimated price $43.04–$227.84

Aer Lingus

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Duration 3h 25m

Frequency Thursday

Estimated price $151.89–$531.63

Loganair

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Duration 1h 25m

Frequency Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday

Estimated price $139.24–$430.36

Avanti West Coast

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First Great Western Service

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National Express

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Cross Country

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ScotRail

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TransPennine Express Service

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Northern Rail

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Avanti West Coast

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Duration 1h 55m

Frequency Hourly

Estimated price $75.95–$215.18

Phone 00 44 345 528 0253

Customer Service 00 44 345 528 0253

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First Great Western Service

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Duration 46 min

Frequency Hourly

Estimated price $26.58–$63.29

Phone +44 3457 000 125

Customer Service +44 3457 000 125

Email [email protected]

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National Express

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Duration 2h 50m

Frequency Every 4 hours

Estimated price $30.38–$43.04

Phone 08717 81 81 81

Customer Service 08717 81 81 81

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Cross Country

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Duration 47 min

Frequency Once a week

Estimated price $39.24–$75.95

Phone 0344 736 9123

Customer Service 0344 736 9123

Email [email protected]

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ScotRail

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Duration 2h 37m

Frequency Once a week

Estimated price $39.24–$88.60

Phone +44 344 811 0141

Customer Service +44 344 811 0141

Email [email protected]

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TransPennine Express Service

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Duration 2h 10m

Frequency Hourly

Estimated price $37.97–$94.93

Phone +44 345 600 1671

Customer Service +44 345 600 1671

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Northern Rail

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Duration 1h 20m

Frequency Hourly

Estimated price $15.19–$20.25

Phone +44 800 200 6060

Customer Service +44 800 200 6060

Email [email protected]

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Transport for Wales

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Duration 2h 34m

Frequency Hourly

Estimated price $69.62–$107.59

Phone 03333 211 202

Customer Service 03333 211 202

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Megabus UK

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Megabus UK

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Duration 5h 5m

Frequency 3 times a week

Estimated price $25.32–$35.44

Email [email protected]

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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Carlisle is to bus which costs $65.22 - $97.83 and takes 9h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Carlisle is to drive which takes 4h 54m and costs $92.39 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Cardiff and arriving at Carlisle via Birmingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Carlisle via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 19m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Carlisle?

The distance between Cardiff and Carlisle is 448 km. The road distance is 474.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs $119.57 - $282.61 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Cardiff to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Carlisle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Carlisle train from?

Cardiff to Carlisle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Carlisle is to train which takes 5h 19m and costs $119.57 - $282.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65.22 - $97.83 and takes 9h 4m.

Where does the Cardiff to Carlisle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Carlisle train arrive?

Cardiff to Carlisle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Carlisle is 475 km. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from Cardiff to Carlisle.

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

Book your Cardiff to Carlisle train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Cardiff 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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ibis Carlisle – City Centre

Portlands Botchergate, Carlisle

Fine

8.6

Warwick Lodge Guesthouse

112 Warwick Road, Carlisle

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9.7

Crown and Mitre Hotel

4 English Street, Carlisle

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8.3

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Carlisle Castle

Carlisle Castle is a stone keep medieval fortress located in the city of Carlisle near the ruins of Hadrian's Wall. First built during the reign of William II in 1092 and rebuilt in stone under Henry I in 1122, the castle is over 930 years old and has been the scene of many episodes in British history.

Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery

Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery, officially known as Tullie since July 2024, is a museum in Carlisle, England. Opened by the Carlisle Corporation in 1893, the original building is a converted Jacobean mansion, with extensions added when it was converted. At first the building contained the museum and also a library, an art school and a technical school.

Carlisle Racecourse

Carlisle Racecourse is a thoroughbred horse racing venue located in the village of Blackwell just outside Carlisle in Cumbria, England. The course has been on its present site since 1904, when it moved there from the area known as The Swifts close to the centre of Carlisle. The course is 1 mile and 4 furlongs (2 km) in circumference, right-handed, and hosts flat racing in the summer and National Hunt racing over the winter months. The last half mile is up a steep incline. The going can get very heavy in the winter.

Carlisle

Carlisle is a cathedral city in the ceremonial county of Cumbria in England. It is the administrative centre of Cumberland Council which covers an area similar to the historic county of Cumberland.

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