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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwick to Carlisle is to bus which costs £13 - £23 and takes 3h 47m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Prestwick and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwick station to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Station Road and arriving at Halston Hotel via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwick and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwick to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Prestwick Town and arriving at Carlisle via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Prestwick to Carlisle?

The distance between Prestwick and Carlisle is 140 miles. The road distance is 93.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwick to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £23 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Prestwick to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Carlisle bus from?

Prestwick to Carlisle bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, depart from Station Road.

Where do I catch the Prestwick to Carlisle train from?

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

Train or bus from Prestwick to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Prestwick to Carlisle is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £23 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £23 and takes 3h 47m.

Where does the Prestwick to Carlisle bus arrive?

Prestwick to Carlisle bus services, operated by Stagecoach West Scotland, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Prestwick to Carlisle train arrive?

Prestwick to Carlisle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Prestwick to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestwick to Carlisle is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Prestwick to Carlisle.

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

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Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 572+ hotels available in Carlisle.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Prestwick Town to Glasgow CentralAyr - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to CarlisleGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2h 21m
£24–92
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Road to Buchanan Bus Station4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston HotelUkn31
3h 47m
£13–23
Drive 92.9 mi
1. Drive from Prestwick to Carlisle92.9 mi
1h 55m
£23–33
Line 4 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kyle Street to Dunlop Street4
2. Take the train from Kilmarnock to CarlisleGlasgow Central - Carlisle
3h 16m
£28–60

Prestwick to Carlisle by train

229Weekly Trains

2h 21mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 139 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

You can take a train from Prestwick Town to Carlisle via Glasgow Central in around 2h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Station Road to Halston Hotel via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 47m.

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