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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Llangollen is to bus and train and line 1 bus and line 5 bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Llangollen is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Llangollen?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Llangollen. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Wrexham General via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Llangollen?

The distance between Carlisle and Llangollen is 160 miles. The road distance is 163.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Llangollen without a car is to train and line 1 bus which takes 4h 12m and costs £50 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Carlisle to Llangollen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Llangollen train from?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Llangollen train arrive?

Carlisle to Llangollen train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Llangollen?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Llangollen is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Carlisle to Llangollen.

Where can I stay near Llangollen?

There are 762+ hotels available in Llangollen.

Carlisle to Llangollen - 5 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, and bus

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

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Train, line 1 bus
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Wrexham Bus Station 7bus 1
4h 12m
£51–87
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Wrexham Generaltrain Crewe - Wrexham General / ...
4h 18m
£38–109
Bus, train, line 1 bus, line 5 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
2. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Chestertrain
4. Take the bus from Railway Station to Wrexham Bus Station 7bus 1
5. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 1 to Parade Street 2bus 5
5h 51m
£39–79
Drive 162.4 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Llangollencar 162.4 mi
2h 54m
£40–57
Steam train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Chestertrain The Dalesman West
6h 20m

Carlisle to Llangollen by train and bus

197Weekly Services

4h 12mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 159.3 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Bridge End Hotel via Crewe, Wrexham General, Wrexham General Station, and Wrexham Bus Station 1 in around 4h 18m.

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