What is the cheapest way to get from Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh?

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh is to bus via Glasgow which costs £17 - £35 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh?

The fastest way to get from Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £30 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle Castle and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall and arriving at Surgeons' Hall. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle Castle and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh?

The distance between Carlisle Castle and Edinburgh is 102 miles. The road distance is 92.7 miles.

How do I travel from Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh without a car?

The best way to get from Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £30 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh?

The train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley takes 1h 17m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh bus from?

Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Halston Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh train from?

Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 28m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh train arrive?

Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh.

How do I get a train ticket from Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh?

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
1h 28m
£30–65
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Princes Streetbus Uk090
3h 25m
£18–33
Drive 92.2 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle Castle to Edinburghcar 92.2 mi
1h 56m
£23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall to Surgeons' Hallbus X95
3h 40m
£18–26

Carlisle Castle to Edinburgh by foot and train

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Distance: 101.4 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

What companies run services between Carlisle Castle, England and Edinburgh, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 17m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Carlisle Castle to Princes Street via Halston Hotel and Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 25m.

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