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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Knutsford is to bus which costs £29 - £70 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Knutsford is to drive which takes 2h 8m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Knutsford?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Knutsford station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Railway Station via Railway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Knutsford?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Knutsford. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Knutsford via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Knutsford?

The distance between Carlisle and Knutsford is 142 miles. The road distance is 128.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Knutsford without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Carlisle to Knutsford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Knutsford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Knutsford train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Knutsford?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Knutsford is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Carlisle to Knutsford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Knutsford train arrive?

Carlisle to Knutsford train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Knutsford?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Knutsford is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 8m to drive from Carlisle to Knutsford.

How do I get a train ticket from Carlisle to Knutsford?

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Where can I stay near Knutsford?

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Carlisle to Knutsford - 4 ways to travel via train, line 5 bus, and line 88 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Knutsfordtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Chester / ...
3h 16m
£49–83
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 181 / ...
5h 34m
£29–66
Train, line 5 bus, line 88 bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the bus from Thynne Street to Altrincham Interchangebus 5
3. Take the bus from Altrincham Interchange to Railway Stationbus 88
4h 38m
Drive 127.9 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Knutsfordcar 127.9 mi
2h 8m
£32–46

Carlisle to Knutsford by train

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Distance: 141.7 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Knutsford, England?

You can take a train from Carlisle to Knutsford via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 16m. 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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