How to get from Antrim to Carlisle
The fastest way to travel from Antrim to Carlisle takes approximately 614 minutes with 5 transfers. You can use bus, ferry and train. We found 3 route options for you.
Fastest Route
614 min 358.6 km
5 transfers
218
96
ScotRail
ScotRail
ScotRail
Avanti West Coast
Departs from: Mount Oriel Court
Walking: 21 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Mount Oriel Court
2
Take 218 Bus
Direction: Buscentre - Coleraine - Laganside Buscentre - Belfast
From Mount Oriel Court to Laganside Bus Station (5 stops, 35 min)
3
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to T & G Transport House
4
Take 96 Bus
Direction: City Centre - Duncrue Road - Westbank Road - Stena Line Terminal
From T & G Transport House to Stena Line terminus (19 stops, 14 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Belfast Port
6
Take ScotRail Ferry
Direction: Burnfoot Bridge
From Belfast Port to Burnfoot Bridge
7
Take ScotRail Bus
Direction: Ayr
From Burnfoot Bridge to Ayr
8
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Ayr
9
Take ScotRail Train
Direction: Glasgow Central
From Ayr to Glasgow Central (9 stops, 51 min)
10
Take Avanti West Coast Train
Direction: Euston
From Glasgow Central to Carlisle (1 stops, 72 min)
11
Walk 11 min (0.7 km)
✓
Arrive at Carlisle
Public transport stations close to Antrim
Antrim is located in Carlisle and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Train stations close to Antrim:
- Antrim
Bus stations close to Antrim:
- Antrim Depot
- Mount Oriel Court
- Technical College
- Oriel Road
Public transport stations close to Carlisle
Carlisle is located in Carlisle and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Train stations close to Carlisle:
- Carlisle
Bus stations close to Carlisle:
- Market Hall
- Howard Arms
- Chapel Street
- Apple Tree
Alternative Route
528 min 361.3 km
5 transfers
Derry-Londonderry - Belfast Great Central
96
ScotRail
ScotRail
ScotRail
Avanti West Coast
Departs from: Antrim
Walking: 21 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 0 min
to Antrim
2
Take Derry-Londonderry - Belfast Great Central Train
Direction: Belfast Great Central
From Antrim to Yorkgate (4 stops, 20 min)
3
Walk 6 min (0.3 km)
to Nelson Street (York Street Underpass)
4
Take 96 Bus
Direction: City Centre - Duncrue Road - Westbank Road - Stena Line Terminal
From Nelson Street (York Street Underpass) to Stena Line terminus (17 stops, 12 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Belfast Port
6
Take ScotRail Ferry
Direction: Burnfoot Bridge
From Belfast Port to Burnfoot Bridge
7
Take ScotRail Bus
Direction: Ayr
From Burnfoot Bridge to Ayr
8
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Ayr
9
Take ScotRail Train
Direction: Glasgow Central
From Ayr to Glasgow Central (9 stops, 51 min)
10
Take Avanti West Coast Train
Direction: Euston
From Glasgow Central to Carlisle (1 stops, 71 min)
11
Walk 11 min (0.7 km)
✓
Arrive at Carlisle
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Antrim to Carlisle.
How do I travel from Antrim to Carlisle in Carlisle?
The quickest journey from Antrim to Carlisle takes approximately 614 minutes via the 218 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Carlisle from Antrim?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 528 minutes using the Derry-Londonderry - Belfast Great Central train line.
Can I get directly from Antrim to Carlisle without changing?
This route requires 5 transfers. The complete journey takes about 614 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Antrim and Carlisle?
The 218 line provides bus service between Mount Oriel Court and Carlisle in Carlisle.
What is the journey time from Antrim to Carlisle by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Antrim to Carlisle in Carlisle takes approximately 614 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Antrim to Carlisle?
Board the 218 bus at Mount Oriel Court station, located near Antrim in Carlisle.
Which station is closest to Carlisle?
The nearest stop to Carlisle is Carlisle station. Exit here to reach your destination in Carlisle.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.