What is the cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly Station is to bus which costs £22 - £55 and takes 3h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly Station is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £40 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Manchester Piccadilly Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Manchester Piccadilly Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

The distance between Carlisle and Manchester Piccadilly Station is 121 miles. The road distance is 119.3 miles.

How long does it take to get from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

The train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly takes 1h 52m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly Station train from?

Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly Station train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly Station is to train which takes 1h 52m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £55 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly Station is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly Station?

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Where can I stay near Manchester Piccadilly Station?

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Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly Station - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly Station by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 52m
£40–75
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
3h 11m
£22–55
Drive 118.6 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly Stationcar 118.6 mi
2h 6m
£29–42
Train via Warrington Bank Quay
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Manchester Piccadillytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2h 47m
£50–84

Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly Station by train

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Distance: 120.6 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Manchester Piccadilly Station, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 1h 52m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £22–55 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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