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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Oswestry is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Oswestry is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Oswestry?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Oswestry. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Chester via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Oswestry?

The distance between Carlisle and Oswestry is 197 miles. The road distance is 166 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Oswestry without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 25m and costs £35 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Carlisle to Oswestry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Oswestry train from?

Carlisle to Oswestry train services, operated by West Coast Railways, depart from Carlisle station.

Where does the Carlisle to Oswestry train arrive?

Carlisle to Oswestry train services, operated by West Coast Railways, arrive at Chester station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Oswestry?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Oswestry is 166 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Carlisle to Oswestry.

Where can I stay near Oswestry?

There are 580+ hotels available in Oswestry.

Carlisle to Oswestry - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 2 bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X5
4h 25m
£36–97
Train, line 2 bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 1 to Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
4h 51m
£48–79
Drive 165.1 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Oswestrycar 165.1 mi
2h 52m
£41–60
Steam train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Chestertrain The Dalesman West
6h 59m

Carlisle to Oswestry by train and bus

122Weekly Services

4h 25mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 195.4 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

West Coast Railways operates a train from Carlisle to Chester once a week, and the journey takes 4h 33m.

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