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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Blackpool is to bus and line 61 bus which costs £17 - £27 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Blackpool is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs £20 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Blackpool?

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

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Blackpool North via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Blackpool?

The distance between Carlisle and Blackpool is 107 miles. The road distance is 92.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs £20 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Carlisle to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Blackpool bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Blackpool train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Blackpool is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs £20 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus and line 61 bus, which costs £17 - £27 and takes 4h 4m.

Where does the Carlisle to Blackpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Blackpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Blackpool is 92 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Carlisle to Blackpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackpool?

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Carlisle to Blackpool - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 61 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Blackpool Northtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
1h 42m
£20–58
Bus, line 61 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Streetbus 61
4h 4m
£18–27
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Lancastertrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Common Garden Street to Abingdon Streetbus 42
3h 23m
£23–39
Drive 91.8 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Blackpoolcar 91.8 mi
1h 45m
£23–33

Carlisle to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 106.8 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Blackpool North via Preston in around 1h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Street via Bus Station in around 4h 4m.

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