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

The cheapest way to get from Musselburgh to Carlisle is to line 140 bus and line 48 bus and bus which costs £13 - £19 and takes 5h 8m.

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. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Market Hall via Buccleuch Street, Harvieston Toll and Galashiels Transport Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

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 6m.

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 6m and costs £15 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 6m 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 East Coast Buses, depart from High Street 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 6m and costs £15 - £85. Alternatively, you can line 140 bus and line 48 bus and bus, which costs £13 - £19 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Musselburgh to Carlisle bus arrive?

Musselburgh to Carlisle bus services, operated by East Coast Buses, arrive at Dalkeith Parish Church 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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Musselburgh to Carlisle - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 140 bus

There are 3 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 6m
£16–84
Line 140 bus, line 48 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from High Street to Dalkeith Parish Churchbus 140 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buccleuch Street to Terminusbus 48 / ...
3. Take the bus from Harvieston Toll to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X95
4. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Market Hallbus X95
5h 8m
£13–19
Drive 90.9 mi
1. Drive from Musselburgh to Carlislecar 90.9 mi
1h 55m
£23–32

Musselburgh to Carlisle by train

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Distance: 105.8 mi
Duration: 2h 6m

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 £12–50 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Market Hall via Dalkeith Parish Church, Buccleuch Street, Terminus, Harvieston Toll, and Galashiels Transport Interchange in around 5h 8m.

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