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How to get fromCarlisle to Newcastleby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Carlisle to Newcastle by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain train
    2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain train
    3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Boars Head PHbus bus 553
    5h 26m

  2. Drive 203 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Carlisle to Newcastlecar car 203 mi
    3h 43m
    £49–71

  3. Train, bus via Manchester

    1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain train
    2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain train
    3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Boars Head PHbus bus 553
    6h 3m

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 211.4 mi
  • Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Newcastle, Shropshire, England?

There is no direct connection from Carlisle to Newcastle. However, you can take the train to Crewe, take the train to Shrewsbury, walk to Bus Station, take the bus to Boars Head PH, then take the taxi to Newcastle. Alternatively, you can drive from Carlisle to Newcastle in around 3h 43m.

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