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How to get fromNewcastle to Carlisleby bus, train, or car

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

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Boars Head PH to Bus Stationbus bus 553
    2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain train
    3. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisletrain train
    5h 2m

  2. Drive 202.8 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Newcastle to Carlislecar car 202.8 mi
    3h 43m
    £49–71

  3. Bus, train via Wigan

    1. Take the bus from Boars Head PH to Bus Stationbus bus 553
    2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain train
    3. Take the train from Crewe to Wigan North Westerntrain train
    4. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Carlisletrain train
    5h 20m

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  • Distance: 211.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 2m

What companies run services between Newcastle, Shropshire, England and Carlisle, England?

There is no direct connection from Newcastle to Carlisle. However, you can take the taxi to Boars Head PH, take the bus to Bus Station, walk to Shrewsbury, take the train to Crewe, then take the train to Carlisle. Alternatively, you can drive from Newcastle to Carlisle in around 3h 43m.

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