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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Portmeirion is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Portmeirion is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Portmeirion?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Portmeirion. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Blaenau Ffestiniog via Warrington Bank Quay and Llandudno Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Portmeirion?

The distance between Carlisle and Portmeirion is 226 miles. The road distance is 200.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Portmeirion without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 15m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Carlisle to Portmeirion, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Portmeirion train from?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Portmeirion train arrive?

Carlisle to Portmeirion train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Portmeirion?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Portmeirion is 200 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Carlisle to Portmeirion.

Where can I stay near Portmeirion?

There are 1476+ hotels available in Portmeirion.

Carlisle to Portmeirion - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Steam train

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
3. Take the bus from Bangor station to The Australiabus 1
6h 15m
£70–114
Drive 198.9 mi
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1. Drive from Carlisle to Portmeirioncar 198.9 mi
3h 50m
£49–71
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Llandudno Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Blaenau Ffestiniogtrain
7h 6m
£70–113
Steam train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Chestertrain The Dalesman West
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
10h 22m

Carlisle to Portmeirion by train and bus

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6h 15mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 224.4 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Portmeirion, Wales?

You can take a train from Carlisle to Minffordd via Warrington Bank Quay, Llandudno Junction, Blaenau Ffestiniog, and Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand C in around 7h 6m.

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