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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Cleethorpes is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 8h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Cleethorpes is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Cleethorpes?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Cleethorpes. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at St Peters Avenue via Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Hull Interchange, Railway Station and Riverhead Exchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Cleethorpes?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Cleethorpes. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Cleethorpes via Newcastle and Doncaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Cleethorpes?

The distance between Carlisle and Cleethorpes is 225 miles. The road distance is 178 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Cleethorpes without a car is to train via Newcastle upon Tyne which takes 5h 9m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Carlisle to Cleethorpes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Cleethorpes bus from?

Carlisle to Cleethorpes bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Carlisle station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Cleethorpes train from?

Carlisle to Cleethorpes train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Cleethorpes?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Cleethorpes is to train via Newcastle upon Tyne which takes 5h 9m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Carlisle to Cleethorpes bus arrive?

Carlisle to Cleethorpes bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds Cultural Stop C station.

Where does the Carlisle to Cleethorpes train arrive?

Carlisle to Cleethorpes train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Cleethorpes?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Cleethorpes is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Carlisle to Cleethorpes.

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

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Where can I stay near Cleethorpes?

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Train via Newcastle upon Tyne
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Doncastertrain
3. Take the train from Doncaster to Cleethorpestrain
5h 9m
£60–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Hull Interchangebus 131 / ...
8h 23m
£29–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn31
2. Take the train from Meadowhall to Cleethorpestrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
5h 44m
£36–60
Drive 177 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Cleethorpescar 177 mi
3h 24m
£44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Doncastertrain
3. Take the train from Doncaster to Cleethorpestrain
5h 26m
£61–112

Carlisle to Cleethorpes by train

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Distance: 223.9 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Cleethorpes via Newcastle and Doncaster in around 5h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlisle to St Peters Avenue via Leeds Cultural Stop C, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Hull Interchange, Railway Station, and Riverhead Exchange in around 8h 23m.

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