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

The cheapest way to get from Dunoon to Carlisle is to ferry and bus which costs £16 - £35 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dunoon to Carlisle is to ferry and train which takes 3h and costs £24 - £110.

How far is it from Dunoon to Carlisle?

The distance between Dunoon and Carlisle is 132 miles. The road distance is 171.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dunoon to Carlisle without a car is to ferry and train which takes 3h and costs £24 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Dunoon to Carlisle, including transfers.

Can I drive from Dunoon to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Dunoon to Carlisle is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Dunoon to Carlisle.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 578+ hotels available in Carlisle.

Dunoon to Carlisle - 4 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Dunoon to Carlisle by ferry, 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.

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Dunoon Ferry Terminal to Gourock Ferry TerminalCm1
2. Take the train from Gourock to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
3h
£25–104
Ferry, bus
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Dunoon Ferry Terminal to Gourock Ferry TerminalCm1
2. Take the bus from Kempock Place to Buchanan Bus Station901
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotel
4h 44m
£17–34
Drive 170.3 mi
1. Drive from Dunoon to Carlisle170.3 mi
3h 15m
£42–61
Ferry, bus via Bus Station
1. Take the ferry from Dunoon Ferry Terminal to Gourock Ferry TerminalCm1
2. Take the bus from Kempock Place to Buchanan Bus Station901
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station590
4h 54m
£18–40

Dunoon to Carlisle by ferry and train

228Weekly Services

3hAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dunoon to Carlisle.

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Distance: 131.3 mi
Duration: 3h

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

There is no direct connection from Dunoon to Carlisle. However, you can take the ferry to Gourock Ferry Terminal, walk to Gourock, take the train to Glasgow Central, then take the train to Carlisle. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Dunoon Ferry Terminal to Halston Hotel via Gourock Ferry Terminal, Kempock Place, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 44m.

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