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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Altrincham is to bus and line 263 bus which costs £24 - £55 and takes 4h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Altrincham is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Altrincham?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Altrincham Interchange via Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Altrincham?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Altrincham via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Altrincham?

The distance between Carlisle and Altrincham is 130 miles. The road distance is 123.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Altrincham without a car is to train and tram which takes 2h 29m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Carlisle to Altrincham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Altrincham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Altrincham train from?

Carlisle to Altrincham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Carlisle station.

Where does the Carlisle to Altrincham bus arrive?

Carlisle to Altrincham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Altrincham train arrive?

Carlisle to Altrincham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Altrincham?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Altrincham is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Carlisle to Altrincham.

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

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Carlisle to Altrincham - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, bus

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

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Altrinchamtram Purple Line / ...
2h 29m
£46–79
Bus, line 263 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Street to Altrincham Interchangebus 263
4h 6m
£24–55
Drive 123.1 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Altrinchamcar 123.1 mi
2h 7m
£30–44
Train, line 5 bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Thynne Street to Altrincham Interchangebus 5
2h 55m

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Distance: 128.8 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Altrincham Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station and Charlotte Street in around 4h 6m.

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