How to get from Blackpool to Carlisle

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What is the best way to travel from Blackpool to Carlisle?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Carlisle from Blackpool. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 1 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Train is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
1h 48m
£14
£35
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What is the cheapest way to reach Carlisle from Blackpool?

You can reach Carlisle with just £14 by taking a Train from Northern, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from £14
Saturday
Sunday
from £33

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Northern
    2h 25m
    0
    05:29
    Blackpool
    South Station
    07:54
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £14
  • Northern
    1h 59m
    0
    05:55
    Blackpool
    North Station
    07:54
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £21
  • Northern
    2h 29m
    0
    05:25
    Blackpool
    Layton Station
    07:54
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £21
  • Northern
    1h 48m
    0
    04:59
    Blackpool
    North Station
    06:47
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £48

    Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Northern
    1h 53m
    0
    11:03
    Blackpool
    Layton Station
    12:56
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £33
  • Northern
    1h 56m
    0
    11:00
    Blackpool
    North Station
    12:56
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £33
  • Northern
    2h 15m
    0
    09:03
    Blackpool
    Layton Station
    11:18
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £48
  • Northern
    2h 19m
    0
    10:00
    Blackpool
    Layton Station
    12:19
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £48
  • Northern
    2h 2m
    0
    09:16
    Blackpool
    South Station
    11:18
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £48

What are the fastest trips from Blackpool to Carlisle?

You can get to Carlisle from Blackpool in just 1h 48m with a Train from Northern. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
from 1h 48m
Saturday
Sunday
from 1h 53m

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Northern
    1h 48m
    0
    04:59
    Blackpool
    North Station
    06:47
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £48
  • Northern
    1h 59m
    0
    05:55
    Blackpool
    North Station
    07:54
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £21
  • Northern
    2h 25m
    0
    05:29
    Blackpool
    South Station
    07:54
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £14
  • Northern
    2h 29m
    0
    05:25
    Blackpool
    Layton Station
    07:54
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £21

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Northern
    1h 53m
    0
    11:03
    Blackpool
    Layton Station
    12:56
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £33
  • Northern
    1h 56m
    0
    11:00
    Blackpool
    North Station
    12:56
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £33
  • Northern
    2h 2m
    0
    09:16
    Blackpool
    South Station
    11:18
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £48
  • Northern
    2h 15m
    0
    09:03
    Blackpool
    Layton Station
    11:18
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £48
  • Northern
    2h 19m
    0
    10:00
    Blackpool
    Layton Station
    12:19
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £48
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Blackpool to Carlisle

What are the most popular stations in Blackpool and Carlisle?

In Blackpool, you will usually depart from North Station, Pleasure Beach or South Station, while in Carlisle you will be arriving at Coach Station, Central Station or MacDonalds Coach Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Carlisle from Blackpool? With 4 connections between 1 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Blackpool and Carlisle, you can pay as low as £14 with a Train from Northern.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from Northern: you will get to Carlisle in just 1h 48m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Blackpool and Carlisle are Northern, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Blackpool and Carlisle is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Poulton-le-Fylde or to Carlisle Lake Airport, and look at flights from Blackpool Airport, and landing at Carlisle Lake Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Blackpool to Carlisle?

The most popular companies between Blackpool and Carlisle, are Northern. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: Northern

All you need to know when you travel from Blackpool to Carlisle

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Blackpool to Carlisle. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Blackpool to Carlisle

How can I reach Carlisle from Blackpool?

Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Carlisle from Blackpool.

How far is Carlisle from Blackpool?

The distance between Blackpool and Carlisle is 119.7 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Blackpool and Carlisle?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 3 kgs of CO2, a train 4 kgs, a car 20 kgs, and a flight 29 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Blackpool to Carlisle?

You can get to Carlisle with just £14 by taking a Train from Northern.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Carlisle in just 1h 48m with a Train from Northern.

More routes to Blackpool and to Carlisle

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Blackpool and to Carlisle. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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