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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to York is to bus via Leeds which costs £15 - £24 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to York is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and York?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to York. However, there are services departing from Halston Hotel and arriving at Micklegate via Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and York?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at York. Services depart four times a day, and operate Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Carlisle to York?

The distance between Carlisle and York is 141 miles. The road distance is 116.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to York without a car is to train via Newcastle upon Tyne which takes 2h 21m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Carlisle to York, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to York bus from?

Carlisle to York bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Halston Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to York train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to York?

The best way to get from Carlisle to York is to train via Newcastle upon Tyne which takes 2h 21m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £24 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Carlisle to York bus arrive?

Carlisle to York bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leeds City Bus Station.

Where does the Carlisle to York train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to York is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Carlisle to York.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Carlisle to York?

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Train via Newcastle upon Tyne
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Yorktrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 21m
£48–108
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Leeds City Bus Stationbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Micklegatebus 843 / ...
4h 13m
£16–24
Drive 115.5 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Yorkcar 115.5 mi
2h 6m
£29–41
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Yorktrain Edinburgh - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 24m
£45–70
Bus via Leeds
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Leeds Cultural Stop Cbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Micklegatebus 843 / ...
4h 13m
£16–24

Carlisle to York by train

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2h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 139.9 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to York via Newcastle in around 2h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Halston Hotel to Micklegate via Leeds City Bus Station in around 4h 13m.

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