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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Dundee is to bus via Glasgow which costs £17 - £30 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Dundee is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Dundee?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Dundee. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Overgate via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Dundee?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Dundee. Services depart four times a week, and operate Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Dundee?

The distance between Carlisle and Dundee is 160 miles. The road distance is 147.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Dundee without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £50 - £80.

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

The train from Carlisle to Dundee takes 2h 44m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Dundee bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Dundee train from?

Carlisle to Dundee train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Dundee?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Dundee is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £50 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £17 - £30 and takes 4h.

Where does the Carlisle to Dundee bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Dundee train arrive?

Carlisle to Dundee train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Dundee station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Dundee?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Dundee is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Carlisle to Dundee.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Carlisle to Dundee?

Book your Carlisle to Dundee bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Carlisle to Dundee - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Carlisle to Dundee by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Dundeetrain London Kings Cross - Aberdeen
2h 44m
£50–80
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Glasgowbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
4h
£18–30
Drive 147 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Dundeecar 147 mi
2h 43m
£37–53
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Dundeetrain Edinburgh - Dundee / ...
2h 52m
£54–104
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
2. Take the bus from George Street to Dundee stationbus Ember
5h 46m
£28–39

Carlisle to Dundee by train

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Distance: 158.7 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Carlisle to Dundee 4 times a week. Tickets cost £55–80 and the journey takes 2h 44m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route once a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlisle to Overgate via Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h.

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