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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Fakenham is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Fakenham is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Fakenham?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Fakenham. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Kings Lynn via Newcastle, Peterborough and Ely. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Fakenham?

The distance between Carlisle and Fakenham is 335 miles. The road distance is 260.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Fakenham without a car is to train which takes 7h 42m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 7h 42m to get from Carlisle to Fakenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Fakenham train from?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Fakenham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Fakenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Fakenham is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Carlisle to Fakenham.

Where can I stay near Fakenham?

There are 1794+ hotels available in Fakenham.

Carlisle to Fakenham - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Carlisle to Fakenham by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Elytrain
4. Take the train from Ely to Kings Lynntrain
7h 42m
£110–172
Drive 258.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlisle to Fakenhamcar 258.9 mi
4h 36m
£65–93
Train, bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Norwichtrain
4. Take the bus from Castle Meadow to Aldibus X29
7h 50m
£123–189
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Peterboroughtrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross
2. Take the bus from Transport Interchange to Howland Closebus 36 / ...
8h 7m
Train, bus via Leeds
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the bus from Transport Interchange to Howland Closebus 36 / ...
9h 14m

Carlisle to Fakenham by train and bus

120Weekly Services

7h 42mAverage Duration

£110Cheapest Price

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Distance: 332.8 mi
Duration: 7h 42m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Oak Street via Newcastle, Peterborough, Ely, Kings Lynn, and Transport Interchange in around 7h 42m.

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