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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Croydon is to bus via West Croydon which costs £40 - £65 and takes 8h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Croydon is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £70 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at London Victoria via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Croydon?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at East Croydon via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Croydon?

The distance between Carlisle and Croydon is 313 miles. The road distance is 316.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Croydon without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £70 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Carlisle to Croydon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Croydon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Croydon train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Croydon?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Croydon is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £95 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Carlisle to Croydon bus arrive?

Carlisle to Croydon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Carlisle to Croydon train arrive?

Carlisle to Croydon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Croydon is 316 miles. It takes approximately 5h 39m to drive from Carlisle to Croydon.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Carlisle to Croydon?

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Where can I stay near Croydon?

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Carlisle to Croydon - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 11 ways to get from Carlisle to Croydon by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 8m
£74–167
Bus via West Croydon
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to London Victoriabus Ukn31
8h 19m
£41–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoriabus 838
7h 12m
£55–92
Drive 314.3 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Croydoncar 314.3 mi
5h 39m
£78–112
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EDI - LGW
4h 36m
£81–195
Train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
5h 33m
£88–307
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EDI - LCY
5h 11m
£120–355
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane EDI - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to East Croydontrain
5h 17m
£89–218
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EDI - LHR
5h 29m
£118–329
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
5h 24m
£112–338
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London City Airport (LCY)plane GLA - LCY
4h 52m
£102–401

Carlisle to Croydon by train and foot

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Distance: 311.1 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £100–160 and the journey takes 3h 25m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to London Victoria once a week. Tickets cost £50–85 and the journey takes 6h 45m.

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