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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle Station to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £18 - £26 and takes 3h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle Station to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £30 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle Station and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Halston Hotel and arriving at Surgeons' Hall. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle Station 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 Station to Edinburgh?

The distance between Carlisle Station and Edinburgh is 101 miles. The road distance is 93.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle Station to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £30 - £65.

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

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

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

Carlisle Station to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Halston Hotel station.

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

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

Train or bus from Carlisle Station to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Carlisle Station to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £30 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £26 and takes 3h 38m.

Where does the Carlisle Station to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Carlisle Station to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Surgeons' Hall station.

Where does the Carlisle Station to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle Station to Edinburgh?

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

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Carlisle Station 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 17m
£30–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Surgeons' Hallbus X95
3h 38m
£18–26
Drive 92.5 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle Station to Edinburghcar 92.5 mi
1h 56m
£23–33

Carlisle Station to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 100.7 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Carlisle Station, 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, Borders Buses operates a bus from Halston Hotel to Surgeons' Hall 4 times a day. Tickets cost £18–26 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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