Carlisle
Distance from Carlisle to Portsmouth
The distance from Carlisle to Portsmouth is 350.5 miles (564.1 kilometers).
The travel time is approximately 6 hours and 27 minutes.
For the journey from Carlisle to Portsmouth, approximately 35.05 liters of fuel are required, assuming a consumption of 10 liters per 100 miles. Actual consumption may vary depending on the vehicle and driving style.
Route from Carlisle to Portsmouth
The route via Warrington, Swindon.
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118.3 mi · 2 h, 13 m
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Warrington
153.4 mi · 2 h, 59 m
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Swindon
80.9 mi · 1 h, 37 m
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Portsmouth
Airports near Carlisle and Portsmouth
Several airports are located near Carlisle and Portsmouth. The following overview shows the nearest airports with their distances and travel times. All information refers to the road connection from the city center to the airport.
Airports near Carlisle
- Newcastle International Airport 57.3 mi 1 h, 15 m
- Teesside International Airport 83.9 mi 1 h, 42 m
- Glasgow Prestwick Airport 99.7 mi 2 h, 9 m
Airports near Portsmouth
- Southampton Airport 20.8 mi 27 m
- Bournemouth Airport 49.5 mi 58 m
- London Gatwick Airport 68.2 mi 1 h, 27 m
Alternative travel by plane from Carlisle to Portsmouth
For longer distances, flying can be an interesting alternative to driving. For the route from Carlisle to Portsmouth, there are airports near both locations.
The following overview shows a possible flight itinerary including travel to the airport, flight time, and onward travel from the destination airport. Actual travel time may vary depending on traffic conditions, waiting times, and flight availability.
Possible flight route Carlisle → Portsmouth
Carlisle
- Starting point: Carlisle
- Arrival at the airport: Newcastle International Airport
- Distance: 57.3 mi
- Travel time: 1 h, 15 m
Newcastle International Airport
- Check-in, baggage drop-off, and security screening: approx. 45-60 minutes
- Waiting time before departure depends on the flight schedule.
Possible flight route
- Start: Newcastle International Airport
- Goal: Southampton Airport
- As the crow flies: 282.7 mi
- Estimated flight time: 1 h, 25 m
Destination airport
- Baggage claim and airport exit: approx. 15-30 minutes
- Continue to Portsmouth: 20.8 mi
- Travel time: 27 m
Portsmouth
- Goal achieved
Comparison: Car journey or flight connection Carlisle – Portsmouth
| Option | Total distance | Total duration |
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| Car / Road route | 350.5 mi | 6 h, 27 m |
| Possible flight via nearby airports | 361 mi | 4 h, 25 m |
When is a flight from Carlisle to Portsmouth worthwhile?
Air travel can be particularly attractive when a fast connection between the airports is available and the journey to the airports remains short.
For shorter distances, a direct car or train connection can often be more practical, as additional time for check-in, security, and baggage must be factored in.
Actual travel time may vary depending on the flight schedule, delays, traffic conditions, and waiting times at the airport and during onward travel.