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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Liverpool is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Liverpool is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £40 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Liverpool?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Liverpool?

The distance between Carlisle and Liverpool is 125 miles. The road distance is 118 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Liverpool without a car is to train which takes 2h 4m and costs £40 - £75.

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

The train from Carlisle to Liverpool Lime Street takes 2h 4m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Liverpool train from?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Liverpool train arrive?

Carlisle to Liverpool train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Liverpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Liverpool is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Carlisle to Liverpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Liverpool?

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Carlisle to Liverpool - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 47 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Carlisle to Liverpool by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Glasgow Central - Liverpool Lime Street
2h 4m
£40–75
Train, bus, line 47 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Southport Interchangebus X2 / ...
3. Take the bus from Southport Interchange to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 47 / ...
3h 50m
£19–59
Drive 117.3 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Liverpoolcar 117.3 mi
2h 23m
£29–42
Train via Wigan North Western
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Wigan North Westerntrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Wigan North Western - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2h 24m
£44–76
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Blackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street
2h 37m
£27–77

Carlisle to Liverpool by train

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Distance: 124.3 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Carlisle to Liverpool Lime Street 3 times a day. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 4m.

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