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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Rossendale is to bus which costs £20 - £45 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Rossendale is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Rossendale?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Rossendale. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Magistrates Court via Bus Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Rossendale?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Rossendale. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Accrington via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Rossendale?

The distance between Carlisle and Rossendale is 112 miles. The road distance is 100.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Rossendale without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £23 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Carlisle to Rossendale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Rossendale bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Rossendale train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Rossendale?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Rossendale is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £23 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £45 and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Carlisle to Rossendale bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Rossendale train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Rossendale?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Rossendale is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Carlisle to Rossendale.

Where can I stay near Rossendale?

There are 3070+ hotels available in Rossendale.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlisle to Rossendale 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 Accringtontrain Preston - Colne / ...
2h 31m
£23–67
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 181
4h 21m
£20–43
Drive 99.6 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Rossendalecar 99.6 mi
2h 7m
£25–35
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 23m

Carlisle to Rossendale by train and bus

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2h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 111.3 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Dale Street via Preston, Accrington, and Bus Station in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £17–40 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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