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

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Carlisle is to bus which costs £24 - £65 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oldham to Carlisle is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Oldham and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldham to Carlisle station. However, there are services departing from John Street and arriving at Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Oldham and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Oldham to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Oldham King Street and arriving at Carlisle via Deansgate and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 57m.

How far is it from Oldham to Carlisle?

The distance between Oldham and Carlisle is 128 miles. The road distance is 113.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oldham to Carlisle without a car is to tram and train which takes 2h 57m and costs £29 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Oldham to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Carlisle bus from?

Oldham to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Carlisle train from?

Oldham to Carlisle train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Oldham King Street station.

Where does the Oldham to Carlisle bus arrive?

Oldham to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Oldham to Carlisle train arrive?

Oldham to Carlisle train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Deansgate-Castlefield station.

Can I drive from Oldham to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Carlisle is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Oldham to Carlisle.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 672+ hotels available in Carlisle.

Oldham to Carlisle - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Oldham to Carlisle by tram, train, bus, or car

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to Deansgate-Castlefieldtram
2. Take the train from Deansgate to Prestontrain
3. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain
2h 57m
£29–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 590 / ...
4h 42m
£25–62
Drive 113.2 mi
1. Drive from Oldham to Carlislecar 113.2 mi
2h 23m
£28–41
Line 83 bus, train
1. Take the bus from John Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 83 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisletrain Manchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
3h 29m
£42–77

Oldham to Carlisle by tram and train

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2h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 127.4 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

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

National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £23–60 and the journey takes 3h.

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