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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Lymm is to bus and line 263 bus which costs £24 - £55 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Lymm is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Lymm?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Lymm. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Lymm Cross via Charlotte Street and Altrincham Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Lymm?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Lymm. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Altrincham via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 20m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Lymm?

The distance between Carlisle and Lymm is 124 miles. The road distance is 123 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Lymm without a car is to train and line 5 bus which takes 2h 19m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Carlisle to Lymm, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Lymm bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Lymm train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Lymm?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Lymm is to bus and line 263 bus which takes 4h 56m and costs £24 - £55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Carlisle to Lymm bus arrive?

Carlisle to Lymm bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Lymm train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Lymm?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Lymm is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Carlisle to Lymm.

Where can I stay near Lymm?

There are 3563+ hotels available in Lymm.

Carlisle to Lymm - 4 ways to travel via train, line 5 bus, bus

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

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Train, line 5 bus
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Thynne Street to Lymm Crossbus 5 / ...
2h 19m
Bus, line 263 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Street to Altrincham Interchangebus 263
4h 56m
£24–54
Drive 122.3 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Lymmcar 122.3 mi
2h 4m
£30–44
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
3h 20m
£47–79

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Distance: 123.2 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Lymm Cross via Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, and Altrincham Interchange in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, TransPennine Express operates a train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 1h 52m.

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