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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Cardiff is to bus which costs £50 - £90 and takes 9h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £65 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Cardiff Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Cardiff?

The distance between Carlisle and Cardiff is 280 miles. The road distance is 277.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Carlisle to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Cardiff is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £90 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the Carlisle to Cardiff bus arrive?

Carlisle to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Cardiff train arrive?

Carlisle to Cardiff train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Cardiff is 277 miles. It takes approximately 5h 27m to drive from Carlisle to Cardiff.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Carlisle to Cardiff - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Carlisle to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 8m
£69–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
9h 40m
£54–88
Drive 275.7 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Cardiffcar 275.7 mi
5h 27m
£68–99
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 Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 49m
£65–153
Train via Worcester
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Worcestershire Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Worcestershire Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 27m
£115–182
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 Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 40m
£83–205
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 22m
£67–196
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 Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 3m
£113–240
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 Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 4m
£140–416

Carlisle to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 278.2 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Cardiff, Wales?

You can take a train from Carlisle to Cardiff Central via Crewe in around 5h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 40m.

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