What is the cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Dufftown?

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Dufftown is to bus via Edinburgh which costs £30 - £50 and takes 11h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle to Dufftown?

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Dufftown is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Dufftown?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Dufftown. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at The Clock Tower via Buchanan Bus Stn, Cairngorm Hotel and The Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Dufftown?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Dufftown. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Dufftown via Haymarket, Aberdeen and Keith Town. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Dufftown?

The distance between Carlisle and Dufftown is 290 miles. The road distance is 234.4 miles.

How do I travel from Carlisle to Dufftown without a car?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Dufftown without a car is to train which takes 7h 50m and costs £90 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Carlisle to Dufftown?

It takes approximately 7h 50m to get from Carlisle to Dufftown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Dufftown bus from?

Carlisle to Dufftown bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Carlisle station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Dufftown train from?

Carlisle to Dufftown train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Dufftown?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Dufftown is to train which takes 7h 50m and costs £90 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 52m.

Where does the Carlisle to Dufftown bus arrive?

Carlisle to Dufftown bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Where does the Carlisle to Dufftown train arrive?

Carlisle to Dufftown train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Dufftown?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Dufftown is 234 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Carlisle to Dufftown.

Where can I stay near Dufftown?

There are 182+ hotels available in Dufftown.

Carlisle to Dufftown - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Carlisle to Dufftown by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Keith Stationtrain
7h 50m
£94–205
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Glasgowbus
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Stn to Aviemore stationbus
3. Take the bus from The Square to The Clock Towerbus 36A
8h 52m
£33–54
Drive 233.1 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Dufftowncar 233.1 mi
4h 33m
£58–84
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Aviemoretrain London Euston - Inverness
2. Take the bus from Coach Park to The Clock Towerbus 36A
8h 41m
£62–98
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Market Hall to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
2. Take the bus from George Street to Aviemore stationbus
3. Take the bus from Coach Park to The Clock Towerbus 36A
11h 23m
£33–47

Carlisle to Dufftown by bus

5Weekly Buses

8h 52mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carlisle to Dufftown.

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Distance: 288.8 mi
Duration: 7h 50m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Dufftown, Scotland?

You can take a train from Carlisle to Dufftown via Haymarket, Aberdeen, Keith Station, and Keith Town in around 7h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlisle to The Clock Tower via Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Stn, Cairngorm Hotel, and The Square in around 8h 52m.

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