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

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

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 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 39m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Dufftown?

The distance between Carlisle and Dufftown is 279 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 bus and taxi which takes 6h 50m and costs £100 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Carlisle to Dufftown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Dufftown train from?

Carlisle to Dufftown train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle 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 165+ hotels available in Dufftown.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Carlisle to Dufftown by bus, taxi, train, 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.

Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Cairngorm Hotelbus E8
3. Take the taxi from The Square to Dufftowntaxi
6h 50m
£109–150
Train
cheapest
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 39m
£40–178
Drive 233.1 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Dufftowncar 233.1 mi
4h 33m
£58–83
Train via Bus Station
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Aberdeentrain
3. Take the train from Aberdeen to Elgintrain
8h 28m
£47–189
Train #2
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Invernesstrain London Euston - Inverness
9h 45m
£83–107

Carlisle to Dufftown by train and bus

71Weekly Services

8h 28mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carlisle to Dufftown.

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Distance: 277.6 mi
Duration: 6h 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 39m.

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