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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Ramsbottom is to bus which costs £26 - £60 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Ramsbottom is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Ramsbottom?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Ramsbottom. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at St Paul's Church via Charlotte Street and Printworks. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Ramsbottom?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Ramsbottom. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Bury via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Ramsbottom?

The distance between Carlisle and Ramsbottom is 136 miles. The road distance is 102.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Ramsbottom without a car is to train and tram which takes 3h 15m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Carlisle to Ramsbottom, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Ramsbottom bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Ramsbottom train from?

Carlisle to Ramsbottom train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Carlisle station.

Where does the Carlisle to Ramsbottom bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Ramsbottom train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Ramsbottom?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Ramsbottom is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Carlisle to Ramsbottom.

Where can I stay near Ramsbottom?

There are 3507+ hotels available in Ramsbottom.

Carlisle to Ramsbottom - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Carlisle to Ramsbottom by train, tram, bus, or car

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Burytram Blue Line
3h 15m
£48–79
Drive 101.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlisle to Ramsbottomcar 101.5 mi
2h 3m
£25–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
5h
£26–58
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain
2. Take the train from Preston to Accringtontrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Ramsbottom East Lancs Railwaybus X41
3h 38m
Train, bus, line 483 bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Skiptontrain
2. Take the bus from Outside Rail Station to Bus Stationbus M6
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Greenacre Closebus 483
6h 1m
£40–64

Carlisle to Ramsbottom by train, tram, and bus

100Weekly Services

3h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 135.6 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station twice daily. Tickets cost £23–60 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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