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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Stamford is to bus and train which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Stamford is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Stamford?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Stamford. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Stamford via Newcastle and Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Stamford?

The distance between Carlisle and Stamford is 265 miles. The road distance is 213.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Stamford without a car is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs £85 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Carlisle to Stamford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Stamford train from?

Carlisle to Stamford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carlisle station.

Where does the Carlisle to Stamford train arrive?

Carlisle to Stamford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Newcastle station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Stamford?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Stamford is 214 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Carlisle to Stamford.

How do I get a train ticket from Carlisle to Stamford?

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Where can I stay near Stamford?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Peterboroughtrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
5h 13m
£85–134
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus
2. Take the train from Doncaster to Granthamtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 28
7h 57m
£32–55
Drive 212.7 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Stamfordcar 212.7 mi
3h 35m
£54–77
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Birmingham New Streettrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Stamfordtrain Birmingham New Street - Cambridge / ...
6h 33m
£104–162
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Stamfordtrain
6h 40m
£95–152

Carlisle to Stamford by train

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Distance: 263.5 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Stamford via Newcastle and Peterborough in around 5h 13m.

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