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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Loughborough is to bus which costs £24 - £55 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Loughborough is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Halston Hotel and arriving at Aumberry Gap via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Loughborough (Leics) via Manchester Oxford Road and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Loughborough?

The distance between Carlisle and Loughborough is 217 miles. The road distance is 192.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Loughborough without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 4h 32m and costs £85 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Carlisle to Loughborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Loughborough bus from?

Carlisle to Loughborough bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Halston Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Loughborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Loughborough?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Loughborough is to train via Manchester which takes 4h 32m and costs £85 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £55 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Carlisle to Loughborough bus arrive?

Carlisle to Loughborough bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the Carlisle to Loughborough train arrive?

Carlisle to Loughborough train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Loughborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Loughborough is 192 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Carlisle to Loughborough.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Carlisle to Loughborough?

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Where can I stay near Loughborough?

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Train via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Loughborough (Leics)train
4h 32m
£85–148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/B1 to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Ukn11
5h 54m
£24–52
Drive 191 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Loughboroughcar 191 mi
3h 47m
£47–67
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Nottinghamtrain Carlisle - Nottingham
5h 24m
£78–140
Bus via Leeds
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus 240 / ...
6h 40m
£24–61

Carlisle to Loughborough by train

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Distance: 215.6 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Loughborough (Leics) via Manchester Oxford Road and Sheffield in around 4h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Halston Hotel to Aumberry Gap via Meadowhall Interchange/B1 and Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 5h 54m.

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