How to get from Carlisle to Cambridge

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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses, Trains and Carpool to Cambridge from Carlisle. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Carpool is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
13h 20m
£22
£22
2
Train
6h 35m
£76
£103
5
Car
4h 50m
£24
£24
1

What is the cheapest way to reach Cambridge from Carlisle?

You can reach Cambridge with just £22 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from £22
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    13h 20m
    0
    01:55
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    15:15
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    13h 40m
    0
    01:55
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    15:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23

    • Cheapest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 50m
    0
    11:40
    Carlisle
    16:30
    Cambridge
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £24

    • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Northern
    6h 51m
    0
    08:44
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    15:35
    Cambridge
    North Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £76
  • Northern
    6h 46m
    0
    09:54
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    16:40
    Cambridge
    North Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £76
  • Northern
    6h 49m
    0
    09:24
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    16:13
    Cambridge
    North Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £83
  • Northern
    6h 45m
    0
    08:44
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    15:29
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £140

What are the fastest trips from Carlisle to Cambridge?

You can get to Cambridge from Carlisle in just 4h 50m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from 4h 50m
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday

    Fastest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    4h 50m
    0
    11:40
    Carlisle
    16:30
    Cambridge
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from £24

    • Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Northern
    6h 35m
    0
    09:54
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    16:29
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £140
  • Northern
    6h 45m
    0
    08:44
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    15:29
    Cambridge
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £140
  • Northern
    6h 46m
    0
    09:54
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    16:40
    Cambridge
    North Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £76
  • Northern
    6h 49m
    0
    09:24
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    16:13
    Cambridge
    North Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £83

    • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    13h 20m
    0
    01:55
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    15:15
    Cambridge
    Trumpington Park and Ride
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    13h 40m
    0
    01:55
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    15:35
    Cambridge
    Parkside
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £23
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Carlisle to Cambridge

What are the most popular stations in Carlisle and Cambridge?

In Carlisle, you will usually depart from Coach Station, Central Station or MacDonalds Coach Station, while in Cambridge you will be arriving at Jesus College, Drummer Street or Gazeley Road Bus 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 Cambridge from Carlisle? With 8 connections between 3 Bus, Train and Carpool 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 Carlisle and Cambridge, you can pay as low as £22 with a Bus from FlixBus.

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 Carpool from BlaBlaCar: you will get to Cambridge in just 4h 50m.

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 Carlisle and Cambridge are Northern, FlixBus and BlaBlaCar, 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 Carlisle and Cambridge 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 Carlisle Lake Airport or to Trumpington, and look at flights from Carlisle Lake Airport, and landing at Cambridge 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 Carlisle to Cambridge?

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

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: Northern

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

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

FAQs about the trip from Carlisle to Cambridge

How can I reach Cambridge from Carlisle?

Every day, there are on average 8 connections between Bus, Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Cambridge from Carlisle.

How far is Cambridge from Carlisle?

The distance between Carlisle and Cambridge is 360.7 km.

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

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 10 kgs of CO2, a train 13 kgs, a car 61 kgs, and a flight 89 kgs.

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

You can get to Cambridge with just £22 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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

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 Cambridge in just 4h 50m with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

More routes to Carlisle and to Cambridge

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