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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath is to bus via Glasgow which costs £21 - £35 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath. However, there are services departing from Halston Hotel and arriving at The Fountain via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Cowdenbeath?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Cowdenbeath via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath?

The distance between Carlisle and Cowdenbeath is 121 miles. The road distance is 112.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath without a car is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Cowdenbeath bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Cowdenbeath train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath is to train which takes 2h 27m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Carlisle to Cowdenbeath bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Cowdenbeath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Cowdenbeath is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath.

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath 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 Cowdenbeathtrain Edinburgh - Cowdenbeath / ...
2h 27m
£37–65
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 The Fountainbus X27
4h 40m
£21–31
Drive 111.7 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Cowdenbeathcar 111.7 mi
2h 3m
£28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
5h 8m
£27–40

Carlisle to Cowdenbeath by train

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2h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 120.3 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath via Haymarket in around 2h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Halston Hotel to The Fountain via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 40m.

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