What is the cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen?

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen is to bus which costs £9 - £14 and takes 2h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen?

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Kirkby Stephen?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Kirkby Stephen. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at Costa Coffee via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Kirkby Stephen?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Kirkby Stephen via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen?

The distance between Carlisle and Kirkby Stephen is 43 miles. The road distance is 43.2 miles.

How do I travel from Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen without a car?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £19 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen?

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen bus from?

Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs £19 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £14 and takes 2h 9m.

Where does the Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen bus arrive?

Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Costa Coffee station.

Where does the Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen train arrive?

Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Kirkby Stephen station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen is 43 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen.

Where can I stay near Kirkby Stephen?

There are 628+ hotels available in Kirkby Stephen.

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Kirkby Stephentrain Carlisle - Leeds / ...
2h 3m
£20–32
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Costa Coffeebus 563
2h 9m
£9–14
Drive 43 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Kirkby Stephencar 43 mi
49 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlisle to Kirkby Stephentaxi 43 mi
49 min
£100–120

Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen by train and bus

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2h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 42.8 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Kirkby Stephen, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Kirkby Stephen every 4 hours. Tickets cost £16–30 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire operates a bus from Rail Station to Costa Coffee every 4 hours. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 56 min.

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