What is the cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Chester Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Chester Zoo is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle to Chester Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Chester Zoo is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Chester Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Chester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Zoo Main Entrance via Manchester Airport The Station and Outlet Village. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Chester Zoo?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Chester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Chester via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Chester Zoo?

The distance between Carlisle and Chester Zoo is 139 miles. The road distance is 138.4 miles.

How do I travel from Carlisle to Chester Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Chester Zoo without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £50 - £85.

How long does it take to get from Carlisle to Chester Zoo?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Carlisle to Chester Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Chester Zoo bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Chester Zoo train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Chester Zoo?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Chester Zoo is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £50 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 7h 2m.

Where does the Carlisle to Chester Zoo bus arrive?

Carlisle to Chester Zoo bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Airport The Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Chester Zoo train arrive?

Carlisle to Chester Zoo train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Chester Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Chester Zoo is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Carlisle to Chester Zoo.

Where can I stay near Chester Zoo?

There are 2221+ hotels available in Chester Zoo.

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlisle to Chester Zoo by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 15m
£51–84
Drive 137.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlisle to Chester Zoocar 137.6 mi
2h 25m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Outlet Villagebus 170
7h 2m
£39–91
Steam train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Chestertrain The Dalesman West
5h 21m

Carlisle to Chester Zoo by train, bus, and foot

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3h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 138.3 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Chester Zoo, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quay hourly. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 1h 35m. West Coast Railways also services this route once a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Chester Zoo via Manchester Airport The Station, Outlet Village, and Zoo Main Entrance in around 7h 2m.

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