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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Bradford is to bus which costs £13 - £23 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Bradford is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Bradford?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Bradford. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Little Germany X via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Bradford?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Bradford. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Bradford Forster Square via Shipley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Bradford?

The distance between Carlisle and Bradford is 105 miles. The road distance is 103.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Bradford without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Carlisle to Bradford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Bradford bus from?

Carlisle to Bradford bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Carlisle station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Bradford train from?

Carlisle to Bradford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Bradford?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Bradford is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £23 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Carlisle to Bradford bus arrive?

Carlisle to Bradford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds Cultural Stop C station.

Where does the Carlisle to Bradford train arrive?

Carlisle to Bradford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Shipley station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Bradford?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Bradford is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Carlisle to Bradford.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Carlisle to Bradford?

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There are 5 ways to get from Carlisle to Bradford by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Shipleytrain Carlisle - Leeds / ...
2h 43m
£42–74
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus Ukn31
3h 27m
£13–23
Drive 103.1 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Bradfordcar 103.1 mi
2h 5m
£26–37
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Bradford Interchangetrain Blackpool North - York / ...
3h 11m
£37–94
Bus via Bradford Interchange Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Bradford Interchange Bus Stationbus X6
3h 31m
£15–26

Carlisle to Bradford by train

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2h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 104 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Shipley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 26m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Carlisle to Leeds Cultural Stop C 5 times a week. Tickets cost £13–23 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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