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

The cheapest way to get from Braemar to Carlisle is to bus which costs £28 - £45 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Braemar to Carlisle is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Braemar and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Braemar to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Braemar and arriving at Halston Hotel via Dundee Slessor Gardens and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Braemar to Carlisle?

The distance between Braemar and Carlisle is 213 miles. The road distance is 185.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Braemar to Carlisle without a car is to bus and train via Edinburgh which takes 5h 13m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Braemar to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Braemar to Carlisle bus from?

Braemar to Carlisle bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Braemar station.

Where does the Braemar to Carlisle bus arrive?

Braemar to Carlisle bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Dundee South Marketgait station.

Can I drive from Braemar to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Braemar to Carlisle is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Braemar to Carlisle.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 669+ hotels available in Carlisle.

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

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

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Bus, train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the bus from Braemar to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the train from Dundee to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisletrain
5h 13m
£44–106
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Braemar to Dundee South Marketgaitbus
2. Take the bus from Dundee Slessor Gardens to Buchanan Bus Stnbus
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus
7h
£28–43
Drive 184.2 mi
1. Drive from Braemar to Carlislecar 184.2 mi
3h 27m
£46–67
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Braemar to Dundee South Marketgaitbus Ember
2. Take the train from Dundee to Carlisletrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross
5h 14m
£43–86

Braemar to Carlisle by bus and train

14Weekly Services

5h 13mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 211.3 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

What companies run services between Braemar, Aberdeenshire, Scotland and Carlisle, England?

You can take a bus from Braemar to Halston Hotel via Dundee South Marketgait, Dundee Slessor Gardens, Buchanan Bus Stn, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 7h.

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