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

The cheapest way to get from Musselburgh to Carlisle is to line 48 bus and bus which costs £10 - £15 and takes 5h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Musselburgh to Carlisle is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Musselburgh and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Musselburgh to Carlisle station. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Bus Station via Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Musselburgh and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Musselburgh to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Musselburgh and arriving at Carlisle via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Musselburgh to Carlisle?

The distance between Musselburgh and Carlisle is 106 miles. The road distance is 91.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Musselburgh to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £16 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Musselburgh to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Musselburgh to Carlisle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Musselburgh to Carlisle train from?

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

Train or bus from Musselburgh to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Musselburgh to Carlisle is to train which takes 2h 5m and costs £16 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £35 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Musselburgh to Carlisle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Musselburgh to Carlisle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Musselburgh to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Musselburgh to Carlisle is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Musselburgh to Carlisle.

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

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

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Musselburgh to Carlisle - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 48 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Musselburgh to Carlisle by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisletrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2h 5m
£16–84
Line 48 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from High Street to Terminusbus 48
2. Take the bus from Harvieston Toll to Russell Placebus X95
3. Take the bus from Russell Place to Market Hallbus X95
5h 49m
£11–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 594
3h 47m
£14–32
Drive 90.9 mi
1. Drive from Musselburgh to Carlislecar 90.9 mi
1h 55m
£23–33

Musselburgh to Carlisle by train

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Distance: 105.8 mi
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Musselburgh, 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 Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £12–30 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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