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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Rawtenstall is to bus which costs £20 - £29 and takes 4h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Rawtenstall is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Rawtenstall?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Rawtenstall station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Rawtenstall?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Rawtenstall. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Burnley Manchester Road via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Rawtenstall?

The distance between Carlisle and Rawtenstall is 120 miles. The road distance is 98.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Rawtenstall without a car is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £25 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 59m to get from Carlisle to Rawtenstall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Rawtenstall bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Rawtenstall train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Rawtenstall?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Rawtenstall is to train which takes 2h 59m and costs £25 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £29 and takes 4h 18m.

Where does the Carlisle to Rawtenstall bus arrive?

Carlisle to Rawtenstall bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Rawtenstall train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Rawtenstall?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Rawtenstall is 99 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Carlisle to Rawtenstall.

Where can I stay near Rawtenstall?

There are 2380+ hotels available in Rawtenstall.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Burnley Manchester Roadtrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2h 59m
£25–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
4h 18m
£20–28
Drive 98.2 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Rawtenstallcar 98.2 mi
2h 1m
£25–36
Train, line 481 bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Bus Stationbus 481
3h 6m
£22–59
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Skiptontrain Carlisle - Leeds / ...
2. Take the bus from Outside Rail Station to Bus Stationbus M6
4h 22m
£35–58

Carlisle to Rawtenstall by train and bus

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Distance: 118.9 mi
Duration: 2h 59m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Asda via Preston, Burnley Manchester Road, and Railway Station in around 2h 59m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £14–23 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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