Accrington to Carlisle, United Kingdom: Road Trip Guide & Distance

82.3 miles 132.4 km · straight line
102.8 miles estimated 165.5 km · driving distance
2h 4min estimated drive time
£16 - £19 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
344° NNW bearing direction

How far is Accrington from Carlisle, United Kingdom?

The distance from Accrington to Carlisle, United Kingdom is 82.3 miles (132.4 km) as the crow flies. Carlisle, United Kingdom is located NNW of Accrington. By car, the driving distance is approximately 102.8 miles, taking about 2h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Accrington and Carlisle, United Kingdom. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Accrington to Carlisle, United Kingdom

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 4min £16 - £19 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 29min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 58min $12–$36* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Accrington & Carlisle, United Kingdom

Quick Facts

Accrington
53.75°N, 2.36°W
Europe/London
148m elevation
Carlisle, United Kingdom
54.90°N, 2.94°W
Europe/London
29m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 27 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 302.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients