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

The cheapest way to get from Strathpeffer to Carlisle is to bus via Galashiels which costs £35 - £60 and takes 9h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Strathpeffer to Carlisle is to drive which takes 4h 43m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Strathpeffer and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Strathpeffer to Carlisle station. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Bus Station via Union Street and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 36m.

How far is it from Strathpeffer to Carlisle?

The distance between Strathpeffer and Carlisle is 304 miles. The road distance is 263.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Strathpeffer to Carlisle without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 6h 45m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Strathpeffer to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Strathpeffer to Carlisle bus from?

Strathpeffer to Carlisle bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Union Street station.

Train or bus from Strathpeffer to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Strathpeffer to Carlisle is to train via Edinburgh which takes 6h 45m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 36m.

Where does the Strathpeffer to Carlisle bus arrive?

Strathpeffer to Carlisle bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Strathpeffer to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Strathpeffer to Carlisle is 263 miles. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Strathpeffer to Carlisle.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 587+ hotels available in Carlisle.

Strathpeffer to Carlisle - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Strathpeffer to Carlisle by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to HaymarketInverness - Edinburgh
2. Take the train from Haymarket to CarlisleEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
6h 45m
£36–129
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus StationE8
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus Station181 / ...
7h 36m
Drive 261.8 mi
1. Drive from Strathpeffer to Carlisle261.8 mi
4h 43m
£66–95
Fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)INV - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
8h 19m
£105–328
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to CarlisleInverness - London Euston
8h 4m
£71–93
Bus via Galashiels
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Galashiels Transport InterchangeX95 / ...
3. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Market HallX95
9h 59m
£38–57
Fly to Newcastle, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Newcastle (NCL)INV - NCL
2. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisle
9h 8m
£155–260
Fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)INV - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Carlisle
7h 30m
£127–343

Strathpeffer to Carlisle by bus and train

8Weekly Services

6h 45mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 302 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

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

You can take a bus from The Square to Carlisle via Falcon Sq, Inverness, and Haymarket in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Square to Bus Station via Bus Station Stance 1, Union Street, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h 36m.

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