What is the best way to travel from Carlisle to Liverpool?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Liverpool 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!
What is the cheapest way to reach Liverpool from Carlisle?
You can reach Liverpool with just £8 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.
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FlixBus5h 10m015:00CarlisleCoach Station20:10LiverpoolOne Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 22/02/2025 15:00:00 to One Bus Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/02/2025 20:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
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Avanti West Coast2h 39m005:45CarlisleCentral Station08:24LiverpoolMoorfields Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 22/02/2025 05:45:00 to Moorfields Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/02/2025 08:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 39m
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TransPennine Express3h 1m006:23CarlisleCentral Station09:24LiverpoolMoorfields Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 22/02/2025 06:23:00 to Moorfields Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/02/2025 09:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 1m
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TransPennine Express2h 50m007:34CarlisleCentral Station10:24LiverpoolMoorfields Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 22/02/2025 07:34:00 to Moorfields Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/02/2025 10:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
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Avanti West Coast2h 12m005:45CarlisleCentral Station07:57LiverpoolLime Street Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 22/02/2025 05:45:00 to Lime Street Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/02/2025 07:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 12m
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Avanti West Coast2h 25m006:47CarlisleCentral Station09:12LiverpoolLime Street Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 22/02/2025 06:47:00 to Lime Street Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/02/2025 09:12:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
Cheapest Trains Saturday
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FlixBus5h 10m015:00CarlisleCoach Station20:10LiverpoolOne Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 25/02/2025 15:00:00 to One Bus Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/02/2025 20:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus5h 10m015:00CarlisleCoach Station20:10LiverpoolOne Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 28/02/2025 15:00:00 to One Bus Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 28/02/2025 20:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
Cheapest Buses Friday
What are the fastest trips from Carlisle to Liverpool?
You can get to Liverpool from Carlisle in just 2h 12m with a Train from Avanti West Coast. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Avanti West Coast2h 12m005:45CarlisleCentral Station07:57LiverpoolLime Street Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 22/02/2025 05:45:00 to Lime Street Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/02/2025 07:57:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 12m
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Avanti West Coast2h 25m006:47CarlisleCentral Station09:12LiverpoolLime Street Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 22/02/2025 06:47:00 to Lime Street Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/02/2025 09:12:00. 50 Economy ticket for £49 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 25m
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Avanti West Coast2h 39m005:45CarlisleCentral Station08:24LiverpoolMoorfields Station0EconomyA Train from Avanti West Coast goes from Central Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 22/02/2025 05:45:00 to Moorfields Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/02/2025 08:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £33 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 39m
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TransPennine Express2h 50m007:34CarlisleCentral Station10:24LiverpoolMoorfields Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 22/02/2025 07:34:00 to Moorfields Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/02/2025 10:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £43 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 50m
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TransPennine Express3h 1m006:23CarlisleCentral Station09:24LiverpoolMoorfields Station0EconomyA Train from TransPennine Express goes from Central Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 22/02/2025 06:23:00 to Moorfields Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/02/2025 09:24:00. 50 Economy ticket for £40 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 1m
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FlixBus5h 10m015:00CarlisleCoach Station20:10LiverpoolOne Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 22/02/2025 15:00:00 to One Bus Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 22/02/2025 20:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
Fastest Trains Saturday
Fastest Buses Saturday
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FlixBus5h 10m015:00CarlisleCoach Station20:10LiverpoolOne Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 25/02/2025 15:00:00 to One Bus Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 25/02/2025 20:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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FlixBus5h 10m015:00CarlisleCoach Station20:10LiverpoolOne Bus Station0EconomyA Bus from FlixBus goes from Coach Station, Carlisle (United Kingdom) at 28/02/2025 15:00:00 to One Bus Station, Liverpool (United Kingdom) arriving at 28/02/2025 20:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £8 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 10m
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Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Carlisle to Liverpool
What are the most popular stations in Carlisle and Liverpool?
In Carlisle, you will usually depart from Coach Station, Central Station or MacDonalds Coach Station, while in Liverpool you will be arriving at Lime Street Station, One Bus Station or Penny Lane, 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 Liverpool from Carlisle? With 2 connections between 3 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 Carlisle and Liverpool, you can pay as low as £8 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 Train from Avanti West Coast: you will get to Liverpool in just 2h 12m.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 Liverpool are Avanti West Coast, FlixBus and TransPennine Express, 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 Liverpool 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 Birkenhead, and look at flights from Carlisle Lake Airport, and landing at Blackpool 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 Liverpool?
The most popular companies between Carlisle and Liverpool, are Avanti West Coast, FlixBus and TransPennine Express. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus
Train companies: Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express
All you need to know when you travel from Carlisle to Liverpool
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Carlisle to Liverpool. 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 Liverpool
How can I reach Liverpool from Carlisle?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Liverpool from Carlisle.
How far is Liverpool from Carlisle?
The distance between Carlisle and Liverpool is 165.1 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Carlisle and Liverpool?
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 4 kgs of CO2, a train 6 kgs, a car 28 kgs, and a flight 41 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Carlisle to Liverpool?
You can get to Liverpool with just £8 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle to Liverpool?
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 Liverpool in just 2h 12m with a Train from Avanti West Coast.
More routes to Carlisle and to Liverpool
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