What is the cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Holmes Chapel?

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Holmes Chapel is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 5h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle to Holmes Chapel?

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Holmes Chapel is to drive which takes 2h 14m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Holmes Chapel?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Holmes Chapel station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Manchester Airport The Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Holmes Chapel?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Holmes Chapel. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Holmes Chapel via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Holmes Chapel?

The distance between Carlisle and Holmes Chapel is 149 miles. The road distance is 135.5 miles.

How do I travel from Carlisle to Holmes Chapel without a car?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Holmes Chapel without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £29 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Carlisle to Holmes Chapel?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Carlisle to Holmes Chapel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Holmes Chapel bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Holmes Chapel train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Holmes Chapel?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Holmes Chapel is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £29 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Carlisle to Holmes Chapel bus arrive?

Carlisle to Holmes Chapel bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Airport The Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Holmes Chapel train arrive?

Carlisle to Holmes Chapel train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Holmes Chapel?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Holmes Chapel is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 14m to drive from Carlisle to Holmes Chapel.

How do I get a train ticket from Carlisle to Holmes Chapel?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Carlisle to Holmes Chapel?

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Where can I stay near Holmes Chapel?

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

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1. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2h 30m
£30–87
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 181
5h 6m
£30–70
Drive 134.7 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Holmes Chapelcar 134.7 mi
2h 14m
£33–48
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Holmes Chapeltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe
2h 56m
£52–90

Carlisle to Holmes Chapel by train

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Distance: 148.5 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Holmes Chapel, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Crewe hourly. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Manchester Airport The Station twice daily. Tickets cost £25–60 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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