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

The cheapest way to get from Oswestry to Carlisle is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oswestry to Carlisle is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Oswestry and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Oswestry to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Carlisle via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

How far is it from Oswestry to Carlisle?

The distance between Oswestry and Carlisle is 194 miles. The road distance is 165.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oswestry to Carlisle without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 34m and costs £35 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Oswestry to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oswestry to Carlisle train from?

Oswestry to Carlisle train services, operated by West Coast Railways, depart from Chester station.

Where does the Oswestry to Carlisle train arrive?

Oswestry to Carlisle train services, operated by West Coast Railways, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Oswestry to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Oswestry to Carlisle is 166 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Oswestry to Carlisle.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 670+ hotels available in Carlisle.

Oswestry to Carlisle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 2 bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Unicorn Road Jct to Bus Stationbus X5
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Carlisletrain
4h 34m
£37–96
Line 2 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Wrexham Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 53m
£49–83
Drive 164.8 mi
1. Drive from Oswestry to Carlislecar 164.8 mi
2h 52m
£41–60
Steam train
1. Take the train from Chester to Carlisletrain The Dalesman West
8h 16m

Oswestry to Carlisle by bus and train

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4h 34mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 192.7 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

West Coast Railways operates a train from Chester to Carlisle once a week, and the journey takes 5h 9m.

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