What is the cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Watford Junction?

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Watford Junction is to bus which costs £45 - £85 and takes 7h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle to Watford Junction?

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Watford Junction is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 47m and costs £45 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Watford Junction?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Watford Junction station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Watford Junction station via Milton Keynes Coachway, Airport Bus Station and Black Boy PH. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Watford Junction?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Watford Junction. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Watford Junction?

The distance between Carlisle and Watford Junction is 282 miles. The road distance is 289.9 miles.

How do I travel from Carlisle to Watford Junction without a car?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Watford Junction without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 47m and costs £45 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Carlisle to Watford Junction?

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Carlisle to Watford Junction, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Watford Junction bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Watford Junction train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Watford Junction?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Watford Junction is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 47m and costs £45 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Carlisle to Watford Junction bus arrive?

Carlisle to Watford Junction bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Carlisle to Watford Junction train arrive?

Carlisle to Watford Junction train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Watford Junction?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Watford Junction is 290 miles. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Carlisle to Watford Junction.

How do I get a train ticket from Carlisle to Watford Junction?

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Where can I stay near Watford Junction?

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Carlisle to Watford Junction - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 11 ways to get from Carlisle to Watford Junction by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Milton Keynes Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Watford Junctiontrain
3h 47m
£49–184
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 595
7h 14m
£46–84
Drive 288.2 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Watford Junctioncar 288.2 mi
4h 49m
£73–105
Train to Newcastle, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane NCL - LHR
5h 21m
£72–275
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Watford Junctiontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
4h 4m
£60–150
Train, line 301 bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Stevenagetrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to St Peter's Streetbus 301
8h 12m
£88–144
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Luton Airport
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane EDI - LTN
5h 3m
£63–194
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EDI - LHR
5h 17m
£102–306
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)plane EDI - LCY
5h 18m
£121–374
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane GLA - LHR
4h 58m
£89–372
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Luton Airport
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Glasgow Centraltrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane GLA - LTN
4h 49m
£58–190

Carlisle to Watford Junction by train

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Distance: 280 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Watford Junction, England?

You can take a train from Carlisle to Watford Junction via Crewe and Milton Keynes Central in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachway once daily. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 5h.

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