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How to get fromCarlisle to Banffby train, bus, or car

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

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Carlisle to Huntlytrain train London Euston - Inverness
    2. Take the bus from The Square to Low Streetbus bus 301
    7h 24m
    £92–140

  2. Drive 254.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Carlisle to Banffcar car 254.9 mi
    4h 41m
    £62–90

  3. Train, bus via Edinburgh

    1. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain train
    2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Huntlytrain train
    3. Take the bus from The Square to Castle Streetbus bus 301
    7h 37m
    £91–152

  4. Train, bus via Arbroath

    1. Take the train from Carlisle to Arbroathtrain train
    2. Take the train from Arbroath to Huntlytrain train
    3. Take the bus from The Square to Low Streetbus bus 301
    7h 54m
    £98–161

Carlisle to Banff by train, foot, and bus

Calendar1Weekly Services
Duration7h 24mAverage Duration
Ticket£92Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 295.7 mi
  • Duration: 7h 24m

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

There is no direct connection from Carlisle to Banff. However, you can take the train to Huntly, walk to The Square, then take the bus to Low Street. Alternatively, you can drive from Carlisle to Banff in around 4h 41m.

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