What is the cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Greater Manchester is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 3h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle to Greater Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Horton Road via Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Greater Manchester?

The distance between Carlisle and Greater Manchester is 122 miles. The road distance is 121.2 miles.

How do I travel from Carlisle to Greater Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Greater Manchester without a car is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £35 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Carlisle to Greater Manchester?

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Carlisle to Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Greater Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Greater Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Greater Manchester?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Greater Manchester is to train which takes 1h 57m and costs £35 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Carlisle to Greater Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Greater Manchester train arrive?

Carlisle to Greater Manchester train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Greater Manchester is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Carlisle to Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Greater Manchester?

There are 3612+ hotels available in Greater Manchester.

Carlisle to Greater Manchester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 57m
£37–59
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
3h 2m
£21–33
Drive 120.5 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Greater Manchestercar 120.5 mi
2h 8m
£30–43
Train via Warrington Bank Quay
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Chester - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 4m
£49–76

Carlisle to Greater Manchester by train and bus

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Distance: 121.2 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Greater Manchester, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Carlisle to Manchester Oxford Road hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 48m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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