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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Balmoral Castle is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Balmoral Castle is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Balmoral Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Balmoral Castle. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Crathie via Buchanan Bus Station and Dundee station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Balmoral Castle?

The distance between Carlisle and Balmoral Castle is 222 miles. The road distance is 197.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Balmoral Castle without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 45m and costs £55 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Carlisle to Balmoral Castle, including transfers.

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

Carlisle to Balmoral Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Carlisle station.

Where does the Carlisle to Balmoral Castle bus arrive?

Carlisle to Balmoral Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Glasgow station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Balmoral Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Balmoral Castle is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Carlisle to Balmoral Castle.

Where can I stay near Balmoral Castle?

There are 163+ hotels available in Balmoral Castle.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Dundeetrain London Kings Cross - Aberdeen
2. Take the bus from Dundee station to Crathiebus Ember
5h 45m
£58–93
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Glasgowbus
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus
3. Take the bus from Dundee station to Crathiebus
7h 7m
£26–43
Drive 196.6 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Balmoral Castlecar 196.6 mi
3h 52m
£49–70
Train, bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Dundeetrain
3. Take the bus from Dundee station to Crathiebus
5h 54m
£62–117

Carlisle to Balmoral Castle by train, bus, and foot

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5h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 220.9 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Carlisle to Balmoral Castle via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, Dundee station, and Crathie in around 7h 7m.

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