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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Doncaster is to bus which costs £17 - £27 and takes 4h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Doncaster is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Doncaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Halston Hotel and arriving at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Doncaster?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Doncaster. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Doncaster?

The distance between Carlisle and Doncaster is 173 miles. The road distance is 141.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Doncaster without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £60 - £85.

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

The train from Carlisle to Doncaster takes 2h 49m including transfers and departs twice a week.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Doncaster bus from?

Carlisle to Doncaster bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Halston Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Doncaster train from?

Carlisle to Doncaster train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Doncaster?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Doncaster is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £60 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £27 and takes 4h 43m.

Where does the Carlisle to Doncaster bus arrive?

Carlisle to Doncaster bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the Carlisle to Doncaster train arrive?

Carlisle to Doncaster train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Doncaster station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Doncaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Doncaster is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Carlisle to Doncaster.

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

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Carlisle to Doncaster - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Carlisle to Doncaster by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Doncastertrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 49m
£60–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C2 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2bus X3
4h 43m
£18–27
Drive 140.8 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Doncastercar 140.8 mi
2h 27m
£35–50
Train via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Doncastertrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 6m
£56–126
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Leedstrain Carlisle - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Doncastertrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 29m
£54–97
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Doncastertrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
4h
£64–111

Carlisle to Doncaster by train

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Distance: 172.2 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Carlisle to Doncaster twice a week. Tickets cost £60–85 and the journey takes 2h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Halston Hotel to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Meadowhall Interchange/C2 in around 4h 43m.

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