What is the cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Houghton-Le-Spring?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Houghton-Le-Spring. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Houghton Le Spring via Shoulder of Mutton, Bus Station and Eldon Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Houghton-Le-Spring?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Sunderland via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The distance between Carlisle and Houghton-Le-Spring is 79 miles. The road distance is 71.1 miles.

How do I travel from Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £28 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring?

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring bus from?

Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Shoulder of Mutton station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring train from?

Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £28 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 685 bus, which costs and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring bus arrive?

Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring train arrive?

Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Sunderland station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring.

Where can I stay near Houghton-Le-Spring?

There are 2216+ hotels available in Houghton-Le-Spring.

Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
2h 21m
£28–50
Drive 70.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Springcar 70.7 mi
1h 23m
£18–26
Bus, line 685 bus
1. Take the bus from Shoulder of Mutton to Bus Stationbus 685
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Eldon Square Bus Stationbus 685
3. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Houghton Le Springbus X1 / ...
4h 23m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Houghton Le Springbus X1 / ...
2h 34m

Carlisle to Houghton-Le-Spring by train, foot, and bus

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2h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 78.2 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Houghton-Le-Spring, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Sunderland every 2 hours. Tickets cost £28–50 and the journey takes 1h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Houghton Le Spring via Shoulder of Mutton, Bus Station, and Eldon Square Bus Station in around 4h 23m.

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