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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Leith and Carlisle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Edinburgh, Bus Station station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Leith 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 Leith to Carlisle?

The distance between Leith and Carlisle is 101 miles. The road distance is 94.4 miles.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Leith to Carlisle bus from?

Leith to Carlisle bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leith to Carlisle train from?

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

Train or bus from Leith to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Leith to Carlisle is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £13 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £30 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Leith to Carlisle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Leith to Carlisle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leith to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Leith to Carlisle is 94 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Leith to Carlisle.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 576+ hotels available in Carlisle.

Can I share a ride from Leith to Carlisle?

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Leith 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 Carlisletrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
1h 12m
£13–80
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Edinburgh to Carlislerideshare 91.9 mi
2h 16m
£6–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 594
2h 25m
£11–30
Drive 93.8 mi
1. Drive from Leith to Carlislecar 93.8 mi
2h 1m
£23–33

Leith to Carlisle by train

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Distance: 100.8 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle every 4 hours. Tickets cost £13–55 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £11–30 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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