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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Colne is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Colne is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Colne?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Colne. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Colne Lane via Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Colne?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Colne. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Colne via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Colne?

The distance between Carlisle and Colne is 119 miles. The road distance is 89.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Colne without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £26 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Carlisle to Colne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Colne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Colne train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Colne?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Colne is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £26 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus and line 152 bus, which costs and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Carlisle to Colne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Colne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Colne?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Colne is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Carlisle to Colne.

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

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Where can I stay near Colne?

There are 1428+ hotels available in Colne.

Carlisle to Colne - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 152 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Colnetrain Preston - Colne / ...
3h 2m
£26–73
Drive 88.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlisle to Colnecar 88.9 mi
1h 46m
£22–32
Bus, line 152 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 152
5h 3m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Skiptontrain Carlisle - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Outside Rail Station to St Johns Churchbus M6
3h 10m
£37–61

Carlisle to Colne by train

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Distance: 118 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Colne via Preston in around 3h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Colne Lane via Bus Station and Bus Station in around 5h 3m.

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