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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Congleton is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 4h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Congleton is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Congleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Congleton station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Congleton?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Congleton. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Congleton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Congleton?

The distance between Carlisle and Congleton is 154 miles. The road distance is 142.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Congleton without a car is to train and line 38 bus which takes 3h 4m and costs £27 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Carlisle to Congleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Congleton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Congleton train from?

Carlisle to Congleton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Congleton?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Congleton is to bus which takes 4h 33m and costs £24 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 3h 15m.

Where does the Carlisle to Congleton bus arrive?

Carlisle to Congleton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Congleton train arrive?

Carlisle to Congleton train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Congleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Congleton is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Carlisle to Congleton.

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

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Where can I stay near Congleton?

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Carlisle to Congleton - 4 ways to travel via train, line 38 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 38 bus
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to West Streetbus 38
3h 4m
£27–78
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
4h 33m
£24–43
Drive 141.8 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Congletoncar 141.8 mi
2h 27m
£36–51
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Congletontrain Manchester Piccadilly - Stoke-on-Trent
3h 15m
£44–74

Carlisle to Congleton by train and bus

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Distance: 153.3 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost £16–28 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carlisle to Congleton via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 15m.

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