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

The cheapest way to get from Forfar to Carlisle is to bus via Galashiels which costs £19 - £35 and takes 8h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forfar to Carlisle is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Forfar and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Forfar to Carlisle station. However, there are services departing from Council Offices and arriving at Bus Station via Overgate and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Forfar to Carlisle?

The distance between Forfar and Carlisle is 172 miles. The road distance is 161 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forfar to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Forfar to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forfar to Carlisle bus from?

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

Train or bus from Forfar to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Forfar to Carlisle is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Forfar to Carlisle bus arrive?

Forfar to Carlisle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Forfar to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Forfar to Carlisle is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Forfar to Carlisle.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 657+ hotels available in Carlisle.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Forfar to Carlisle 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 Dundee to Haymarkettrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 25m
£57–118
Bus via Galashiels
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Overgate to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X62 / ...
3. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Market Hallbus X95
8h 17m
£19–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Forfar to Haymarketbus Ember
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 28m
£45–79
Drive 160.1 mi
1. Drive from Forfar to Carlislecar 160.1 mi
2h 56m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Overgate to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Uk091
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 595 / ...
5h 42m
£27–62

Forfar to Carlisle by bus, foot, and train

100Weekly Services

4h 25mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Forfar to Carlisle.

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Distance: 171.2 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Forfar to Carlisle via Dundee Slessor Gardens, Dundee, and Haymarket in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Council Offices to Bus Station via Bus Station, Overgate, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 42m.

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