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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Birkenhead is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Birkenhead is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £40 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Birkenhead?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Birkenhead?

The distance between Carlisle and Birkenhead is 125 miles. The road distance is 120.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Birkenhead without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £40 - £75.

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

The train from Carlisle to Liverpool Lime Street takes 2h 4m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Birkenhead train from?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Birkenhead train arrive?

Carlisle to Birkenhead train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Birkenhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Birkenhead is 120 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Carlisle to Birkenhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Birkenhead?

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Carlisle to Birkenhead - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and Steam train

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Glasgow Central - Liverpool Lime Street
2h 4m
£40–75
Train via Preston
cheapest
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Blackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street
2h 37m
£27–77
Drive 119.8 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Birkenheadcar 119.8 mi
2h 28m
£30–43
Train via Wigan
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Wigan North Westerntrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Wigan North Western - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 24m
£44–76
Steam train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Chestertrain The Dalesman West
5h 19m

Carlisle to Birkenhead by train

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2h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 124.3 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Carlisle to Liverpool Lime Street 3 times a day. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 4m.

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