What is the cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Trafford Centre?

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Trafford Centre is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 3h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle to Trafford Centre?

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Trafford Centre is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Trafford Centre?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Trafford Centre station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Trafford Centre Bus Station via Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Trafford Centre?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Trafford Centre. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at The Trafford Centre via Preston and Deansgate-Castlefield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Trafford Centre?

The distance between Carlisle and Trafford Centre is 128 miles. The road distance is 117.2 miles.

How do I travel from Carlisle to Trafford Centre without a car?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Trafford Centre without a car is to train and line 250 bus which takes 2h 30m and costs £35 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Carlisle to Trafford Centre?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Carlisle to Trafford Centre, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Trafford Centre bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Trafford Centre train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Trafford Centre?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Trafford Centre is to bus which takes 3h 21m and costs £20 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £26 - £70 and takes 2h 40m.

Where does the Carlisle to Trafford Centre bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Trafford Centre train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Trafford Centre?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Trafford Centre is 117 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Carlisle to Trafford Centre.

Where can I stay near Trafford Centre?

There are 3593+ hotels available in Trafford Centre.

Carlisle to Trafford Centre - 4 ways to travel via train, line 250 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlisle to Trafford Centre by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 250 bus
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Oxford Road Station to The Trafford Centre Bus Stationbus 250
2h 30m
£37–59
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590 / ...
3h 21m
£20–33
Drive 116.6 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Trafford Centrecar 116.6 mi
1h 56m
£29–42
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Preston to Deansgatetrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2h 40m
£26–69

Carlisle to Trafford Centre by train and bus

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Distance: 127.5 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Trafford Centre, England?

National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Station twice daily. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Carlisle to The Trafford Centre via Preston, Deansgate, and Deansgate-Castlefield in around 2h 40m.

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