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

The cheapest way to get from Cartmel to Carlisle is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cartmel to Carlisle is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct train between Cartmel and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Cartmel to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Grange-over-Sands and arriving at Carlisle via Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Cartmel to Carlisle?

The distance between Cartmel and Carlisle is 87 miles. The road distance is 55.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cartmel to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs £40 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Cartmel to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cartmel to Carlisle train from?

Cartmel to Carlisle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Grange-over-Sands station.

Where does the Cartmel to Carlisle train arrive?

Cartmel to Carlisle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Lancaster station.

Can I drive from Cartmel to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Cartmel to Carlisle is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Cartmel to Carlisle.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 670+ hotels available in Carlisle.

Cartmel to Carlisle - 3 ways to travel via train, line 530 bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cartmel to Carlisle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Grange-over-Sands to Lancastertrain Barrow-in-Furness - Lancaster / ...
2. Take the train from Lancaster to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
1h 36m
£40–66
Drive 54.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cartmel to Carlislecar 54.8 mi
1h 22m
£14–20
Line 530 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Quaker Meeting House to Bus Stationbus 530
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Carlisletrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2h 17m
£24–41

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Distance: 86.6 mi
Duration: 1h 36m

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

You can take a vehicle from Cartmel to Carlisle via Grange-over-Sands and Lancaster in around 1h 36m.

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