What is the cheapest way to get from Carlisle to St Bees Head?

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to St Bees Head is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle to St Bees Head?

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to St Bees Head is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and St Bees Head?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to St Bees Head. However, there are services departing from Sainsbury's and arriving at Morrisons via Main Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and St Bees Head?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to St Bees Head. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Whitehaven via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Carlisle to St Bees Head?

The distance between Carlisle and St Bees Head is 44 miles. The road distance is 42.6 miles.

How do I travel from Carlisle to St Bees Head without a car?

The best way to get from Carlisle to St Bees Head without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £28 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Carlisle to St Bees Head?

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Carlisle to St Bees Head, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to St Bees Head bus from?

Carlisle to St Bees Head bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Sainsbury's station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to St Bees Head train from?

Carlisle to St Bees Head train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to St Bees Head?

The best way to get from Carlisle to St Bees Head is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £28 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 600 bus, which costs £18 - £21 and takes 2h 34m.

Where does the Carlisle to St Bees Head bus arrive?

Carlisle to St Bees Head bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Main Street station.

Where does the Carlisle to St Bees Head train arrive?

Carlisle to St Bees Head train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Whitehaven station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to St Bees Head?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to St Bees Head is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Carlisle to St Bees Head.

Where can I stay near St Bees Head?

There are 609+ hotels available in St Bees Head.

Carlisle to St Bees Head - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 600 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlisle to St Bees Head by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Whitehaventrain Carlisle - Whitehaven
1h 23m
£29–44
Drive 42.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carlisle to St Bees Headcar 42.4 mi
1h 1m
£11–15
Bus, line 600 bus
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's to Main Streetbus 600
2. Take the bus from Main Street to Morrisonsbus 600
2h 34m
£18–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Carlisle to St Bees Headtaxi 42.4 mi
1h 1m
£100–120

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Distance: 44.2 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and St Bees Head, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Carlisle to Whitehaven hourly. Tickets cost £15–29 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sainsbury's to St Bees Head via Main Street and Morrisons in around 2h 34m.

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