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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Cardigan is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 5h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Cardigan is to drive which takes 5h 20m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Finch Square C via Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Fishguard & Goodwick via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 59m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Cardigan?

The distance between Carlisle and Cardigan is 302 miles. The road distance is 264.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 59m and costs £70 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 8h 59m to get from Carlisle to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Cardigan bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Cardigan train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Cardigan?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Cardigan is to bus which takes 13h 8m and costs £65 - £170. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £120 - £270 and takes 9h 59m.

Where does the Carlisle to Cardigan bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Cardigan train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Cardigan is 264 miles. It takes approximately 5h 20m to drive from Carlisle to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 886+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Carlisle to Cardigan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
4. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
8h 59m
£72–172
Drive 262.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlisle to Cardigancar 262.8 mi
5h 20m
£65–94
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
13h 8m
£69–163
Train, bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
4. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
9h 39m
£103–185
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Fishguard & Goodwicktrain Manchester Piccadilly - Fishguard Harbour
9h 59m
£126–265

Carlisle to Cardigan by train and bus

82Weekly Services

8h 59mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 300.3 mi
Duration: 8h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Finch Square C via Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 13h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carlisle to Ship Inn via Crewe, Fishguard & Goodwick, and Fishguard & Goodwick Station in around 9h 59m.

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