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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Accrington is to bus which costs £23 - £50 and takes 3h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Accrington is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Accrington?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Accrington station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Accrington?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Accrington. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Accrington via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Accrington?

The distance between Carlisle and Accrington is 107 miles. The road distance is 92.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Accrington without a car is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £22 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Carlisle to Accrington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Accrington bus from?

Carlisle to Accrington bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Accrington train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Accrington?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Accrington is to train which takes 2h 8m and costs £22 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £50 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Carlisle to Accrington bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Accrington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Accrington?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Accrington is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Carlisle to Accrington.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlisle to Accrington by train, bus, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Accringtontrain Preston - Colne / ...
2h 8m
£23–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
3h 38m
£24–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Skiptontrain Carlisle - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Outside Rail Station to Bus Stationbus M6
4h 44m
Drive 92 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Accringtoncar 92 mi
1h 54m
£23–33

Carlisle to Accrington by train

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Distance: 106.5 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Accrington, England?

You can take a train from Carlisle to Accrington via Preston in around 2h 8m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £17–45 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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