What is the cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water?

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water is to bus which costs £50 - £130 and takes 9h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water?

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water is to drive which takes 4h 20m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Bourton-on-the-Water?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Bourton-on-the-Water. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Rectory Lane via Birmingham Coach Station, Arle Court Transport Hub and Royal Well Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Bourton-on-the-Water?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water?

The distance between Carlisle and Bourton-on-the-Water is 259 miles. The road distance is 243 miles.

How do I travel from Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water without a car?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £95 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water?

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water bus from?

Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water train from?

Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £95 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 9h 4m.

Where does the Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water bus arrive?

Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water train arrive?

Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water.

Where can I stay near Bourton-on-the-Water?

There are 1950+ hotels available in Bourton-on-the-Water.

Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
5h 27m
£98–155
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 100 / ...
9h 4m
£51–122
Drive 241.6 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Watercar 241.6 mi
4h 20m
£59–85
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cheltenham Spatrain
6h 46m
£75–177
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
6h 40m
£112–180
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
6h 36m
£103–204
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cheltenham Spatrain
6h 40m
£106–230
Train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Moreton-in-Marshtrain
7h 32m
£120–395

Carlisle to Bourton-on-the-Water by train and bus

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Distance: 257.7 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Bourton-on-the-Water, England?

You can take a train from Carlisle to Rectory Lane via Birmingham New Street, Cheltenham Spa, Cheltenham Spa Rail Stn, Clarence Parade arrival, and Royal Well Bus Station in around 5h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Rectory Lane via Birmingham Coach Station, Arle Court Transport Hub, Promenade, and Royal Well Bus Station in around 9h 4m.

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