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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Carlisle is to rideshare which costs £6 - £15 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Carlisle is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £13 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Edinburgh and Carlisle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from North St David Street and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart once a week, and operate Thursday. The journey takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Carlisle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Carlisle. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Carlisle?

The distance between Edinburgh and Carlisle is 101 miles. The road distance is 92.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £13 - £80.

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

The train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle takes 1h 12m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Carlisle bus from?

Edinburgh to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from North St David Street station.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Carlisle train from?

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

Train or bus from Edinburgh to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Carlisle is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £13 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £29 and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Edinburgh to Carlisle bus arrive?

Edinburgh to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Carlisle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Carlisle is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Edinburgh to Carlisle.

How do I get a train ticket from Edinburgh to Carlisle?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Edinburgh to Carlisle?

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 572+ hotels available in Carlisle.

Can I share a ride from Edinburgh to Carlisle?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Edinburgh and Carlisle. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Edinburgh to Carlisle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Edinburgh to Carlisle by train, bus, rideshare, 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 Edinburgh Waverley to CarlisleEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
1h 12m
£13–80
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh to Carlisle91.9 mi
2h 16m
£6–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from North St David Street to Bus Station837
2h 15m
£11–29
Drive 92.3 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Carlisle92.3 mi
1h 55m
£23–33

Edinburgh to Carlisle by train

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1h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 100.8 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle every 4 hours. Tickets cost £13–50 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from North St David Street to Bus Station once a week. Tickets cost £11–29 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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