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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Northampton is to bus which costs £25 - £40 and takes 5h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Northampton is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £85 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Northampton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Halston Hotel and arriving at Coach Park. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Northampton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Northampton. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Northampton?

The distance between Carlisle and Northampton is 243 miles. The road distance is 244.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Northampton without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £85 - £140.

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

The train from Carlisle to Northampton takes 4h 2m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Northampton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Northampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Northampton?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Northampton is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £40 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Carlisle to Northampton bus arrive?

Carlisle to Northampton bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Coach Park station.

Where does the Carlisle to Northampton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Northampton is 244 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Carlisle to Northampton.

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

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

Book your Carlisle to Northampton bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Northampton?

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Carlisle to Northampton - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Carlisle to Northampton by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Northamptontrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
4h 2m
£85–140
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Coach Parkbus Ukn31
5h 30m
£25–40
Drive 242.9 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Northamptoncar 242.9 mi
4h 4m
£60–86
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Northamptontrain
5h 4m
£84–194
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Rugbytrain Crewe - London Euston / ...
4h 15m
£54–162
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Northamptontrain
4h 53m
£72–197
Train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
3. Take the train from Watford Junction to Northamptontrain
6h 17m
£87–329
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Luton Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane EDI - LTN
3. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Coach Parkbus
6h 2m
£74–208
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Luton Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
3. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Coach Parkbus
5h 52m
£72–221

Carlisle to Northampton by train

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Distance: 241.3 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Northampton 6 times a week. Tickets cost £85–140 and the journey takes 4h 2m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Halston Hotel to Coach Park every 4 hours. Tickets cost £25–40 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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