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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Burntisland is to bus which costs £25 - £40 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Burntisland is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Burntisland?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Burntisland station. However, there are services departing from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Burntisland?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Burntisland. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Burntisland via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Burntisland?

The distance between Carlisle and Burntisland is 119 miles. The road distance is 113.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Burntisland without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Carlisle to Burntisland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Burntisland bus from?

Carlisle to Burntisland bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Burntisland train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Burntisland?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Burntisland is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £40 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Carlisle to Burntisland bus arrive?

Carlisle to Burntisland bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Edinburgh, Bus Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Burntisland train arrive?

Carlisle to Burntisland train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Burntisland?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Burntisland is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Carlisle to Burntisland.

How do I get a train ticket from Carlisle to Burntisland?

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There are 3 ways to get from Carlisle to Burntisland by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Burntislandtrain Edinburgh - Glenrothes with Thornton / ...
2h 10m
£36–64
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
4h 51m
£26–39
Drive 112.6 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Burntislandcar 112.6 mi
2h 9m
£29–41

Carlisle to Burntisland by train

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2h 10mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 118 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Burntisland via Haymarket in around 2h 10m. Alternatively, Borders Buses operates a bus from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall to Edinburgh, Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £18–26 and the journey takes 3h 47m.

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