How to travel from Ripon to Carlisle, United Kingdom
The distance between Ripon and Carlisle is around 152km (94 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 1h 40m.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Ripon to Carlisle by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Carlisle → Ripon if you're planning a return trip.
Bus and Train
Take the bus to Northallerton Racecourse Lane then take the train to Newcastle and then to Carlisle.
- Duration3hrs
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost£36($43)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ripon and Carlisle
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Ripon to Carlisle by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around £16 ($19) and will take around 3h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 1h 40m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £26 ($31).
The distance between Ripon and Carlisle is around 152km (94 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 124km (77 miles)
It takes around 3hrs to get from Ripon and Carlisle by bus and train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 40m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Ripon to Carlisle is to drive which takes around 1h 40m and will set you back approx £26 ($31).
The cheapest way to travel between Ripon and Carlisle, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around £16 ($19) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Ripon and Carlisle. We recommend that you drive to Carlisle. instead which will take 1h 40m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Ripon and Carlisle. We recommend that you drive to Carlisle. instead which will take 1h 40m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Ripon to Carlisle. We recommend that you take the bus to Northallerton Racecourse Lane then take the train to Newcastle and then to Carlisle. instead which will take 3hrs.
The closest major airport to Carlisle is Newcastle International Airport (NCL) (NCL) which is approximately 80km (50 miles) from Carlisle. Teesside International Airport (MME) (MME) and Edinburgh Airport (EDI) (EDI) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Ripon and Carlisle. The distance is around 152km (94 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 40m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ripon to Carlisle is to take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 3hrs and will usually cost around £36 ($43).
Compare travel optionsbetween Ripon and Carlisle
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus and Train + 1 similar | 3hrs | £36($43) | twice daily | 219km (136 miles) |
| Bus to Northallerton, Racecourse Lane, Train | 3h 25m | £16($19) | 6 times a week | 220km (137 miles) |
Drive | 1h 40m | £26($31) | on demand | 152km (94 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Ripon and Carlisle
Train operators
LNER
Bus companies
Reliance Motor Services
Airports near Carlisle
The following major airports near Carlisle offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.
Newcastle International Airport (NCL)
- Distance
- 80km (50 miles) from Carlisle
Teesside International Airport (MME)
- Distance
- 105km (66 miles) from Carlisle
Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
- Distance
- 120km (75 miles) from Carlisle