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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Cartmel is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Cartmel is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Cartmel?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Cartmel. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Grange-over-Sands via Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Cartmel?

The distance between Carlisle and Cartmel is 87 miles. The road distance is 55.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Cartmel without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Carlisle to Cartmel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Cartmel train from?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Cartmel train arrive?

Carlisle to Cartmel train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Cartmel?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Cartmel is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Carlisle to Cartmel.

Where can I stay near Cartmel?

There are 3093+ hotels available in Cartmel.

Carlisle to Cartmel - 3 ways to travel via train, line 530 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Carlisle to Cartmel by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Lancastertrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Grange-over-Sandstrain Lancaster - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
1h 55m
£39–64
Drive 55.6 mi
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1. Drive from Carlisle to Cartmelcar 55.6 mi
1h 21m
£14–20
Train, line 530 bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to Quaker Meeting Housebus 530
2h 44m
£24–37

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Distance: 86.5 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Cartmel via Lancaster and Grange-over-Sands in around 1h 55m.

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