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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Holywell is to bus and train and line 11 bus which costs £30 - £65 and takes 6h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Holywell is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Holywell?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Holywell. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Shotton via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Holywell?

The distance between Carlisle and Holywell is 152 miles. The road distance is 153.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Holywell without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Carlisle to Holywell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Holywell train from?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Holywell train arrive?

Carlisle to Holywell train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Holywell?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Holywell is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Carlisle to Holywell.

Where can I stay near Holywell?

There are 2934+ hotels available in Holywell.

Carlisle to Holywell - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 11 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Shottontrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
3h 56m
£53–88
Bus, train, line 11 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
2. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G to Chester Bus Interchangebus X30
4. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Holywell Bus Station Stand 3bus 11
6h 51m
£31–64
Drive 152.9 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Holywellcar 152.9 mi
2h 39m
£38–55
Steam train, line 11 bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Chestertrain The Dalesman West
2. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Holywell Bus Station Stand 3bus 11
6h 14m

Carlisle to Holywell by train and bus

105Weekly Services

3h 56mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.4 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Holywell, Wales?

You can take a train from Carlisle to Holywell Bus Station Stand 3 via Warrington Bank Quay, Shotton, and Chester Rd West in around 3h 56m.

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