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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Carlisle is to bus via Galashiels which costs £24 - £35 and takes 9h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Carlisle is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness station to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stance 3 and arriving at Halston Hotel via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Carlisle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Inverness and arriving at Carlisle. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 7m.

How far is it from Inverness to Carlisle?

The distance between Inverness and Carlisle is 285 miles. The road distance is 246 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Carlisle without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 5h 12m and costs £29 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Inverness to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Carlisle bus from?

Inverness to Carlisle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Carlisle train from?

Inverness to Carlisle train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.

Train or bus from Inverness to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Inverness to Carlisle is to train via Edinburgh which takes 5h 12m and costs £29 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £50 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Inverness to Carlisle bus arrive?

Inverness to Carlisle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Inverness to Carlisle train arrive?

Inverness to Carlisle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Carlisle is 246 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Inverness to Carlisle.

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

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

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Inverness to Carlisle - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Inverness to Carlisle by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarkettrain Inverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
5h 12m
£29–168
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M10
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
6h 35m
£21–47
Drive 244.6 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Carlislecar 244.6 mi
4h 21m
£60–87
Fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane INV - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisletrain
5h 40m
£84–290
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Carlisletrain Inverness - London Euston
6h 7m
£65–85
Bus via Galashiels
1. Take the bus from Inverness Bus Station Stance 3 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
9h 19m
£25–35
Fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane INV - EDI
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
8h 13m
£65–240
Fly to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Newcastle (NCL)plane INV - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
9h 11m
£125–212

Inverness to Carlisle by train

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5h 12mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Inverness to Carlisle.

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Distance: 283.6 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a train from Inverness to Carlisle via Haymarket in around 5h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Halston Hotel via Buchanan Bus Station in around 6h 35m.

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