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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Carlisle is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £12 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Carlisle?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Bus Station station and arriving at Halston Hotel. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Carlisle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Carlisle. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Scotland to Carlisle?

The distance between Scotland and Carlisle is 102 miles. The road distance is 95.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Carlisle without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £12 - £80.

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

The train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle takes 1h 11m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Carlisle bus from?

Scotland to Carlisle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Carlisle train from?

Scotland to Carlisle train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Scotland to Carlisle is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £12 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £28 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Scotland to Carlisle bus arrive?

Scotland to Carlisle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Halston Hotel station.

Where does the Scotland to Carlisle train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Scotland to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Carlisle is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Scotland to Carlisle.

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

Book your Scotland to Carlisle train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Scotland to Carlisle bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 581+ hotels available in Carlisle.

Can I share a ride from Scotland to Carlisle?

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Scotland 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 Glasgow Central to Carlisletrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
1h 11m
£12–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
1h 55m
£5–28
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Glasgow to Carlislerideshare 94 mi
2h 6m
£6–15
Drive 94.6 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Carlislecar 94.6 mi
1h 41m
£23–33

Scotland to Carlisle by train

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1h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 101 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Scotland and Carlisle, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £12–40 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotel every 4 hours. Tickets cost £5–12 and the journey takes 1h 55m. National Express also services this route 4 times a day.

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