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

The cheapest way to get from Perth to Carlisle is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Perth to Carlisle is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Perth and Carlisle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Perth and arriving at Carlisle. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Perth to Carlisle?

The distance between Perth and Carlisle is 164 miles. The road distance is 135.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Perth to Carlisle without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 56m and costs £25 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Perth to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Perth to Carlisle train from?

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

Where does the Perth to Carlisle train arrive?

Perth to Carlisle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Perth to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Perth to Carlisle is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Perth to Carlisle.

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

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 184+ hotels available in Carlisle.

Perth to Carlisle - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Perth to Carlisle by train or car

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Perth to Glasgow Queen Streettrain Dundee - Glasgow Queen Street / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 56m
£26–116
Train #2
cheapest
1. Take the train from Perth to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Perth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisletrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
3h 29m
£23–155
Drive 134.4 mi
1. Drive from Perth to Carlislecar 134.4 mi
2h 26m
£33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Perth to Carlisletrain Inverness - London Euston
3h 24m
£60–80

Perth to Carlisle by train and foot

224Weekly Services

2h 56mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.4 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

You can take a train from Perth to Carlisle via Glasgow Queen Street and Glasgow Central in around 2h 56m.

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