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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Chorley is to bus and line 125 bus which costs £20 - £45 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Chorley is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £20 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Chorley?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Goring Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Chorley?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Chorley. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Chorley via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Chorley?

The distance between Carlisle and Chorley is 99 miles. The road distance is 97.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Chorley without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £20 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Carlisle to Chorley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Chorley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Chorley train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Chorley?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Chorley is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £20 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus and line 125 bus, which costs £20 - £45 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Carlisle to Chorley bus arrive?

Carlisle to Chorley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Chorley train arrive?

Carlisle to Chorley train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Chorley?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Chorley is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Carlisle to Chorley.

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

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Where can I stay near Chorley?

There are 1111+ hotels available in Chorley.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
1h 38m
£20–61
Bus, line 125 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Goring Streetbus 125
3h 30m
£20–43
Drive 97.3 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Chorleycar 97.3 mi
1h 40m
£24–35

Carlisle to Chorley by train

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Distance: 98 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Chorley, Lancashire, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Four other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Goring Street via Bus Station in around 3h 30m.

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