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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Dunlop is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Dunlop is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £40 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Dunlop?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Dunlop station. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Kilmarnock Bus Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Dunlop?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Dunlop. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Dunlop?

The distance between Carlisle and Dunlop is 99 miles. The road distance is 99.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Dunlop without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £40 - £75.

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

The train from Carlisle to Dunlop takes 2h 1m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Dunlop bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Dunlop train from?

Carlisle to Dunlop train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Dunlop?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Dunlop is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Carlisle to Dunlop bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Dunlop train arrive?

Carlisle to Dunlop train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dunlop station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Dunlop?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Dunlop is 99 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Carlisle to Dunlop.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunlop?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Dunloptrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central
2h 1m
£40–75
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Glasgowbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kilmarnock Bus Stationbus X76 / ...
3h 30m
£20–32
Drive 98.6 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Dunlopcar 98.6 mi
2h 6m
£25–36
Train via Glasgow Central
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Dunloptrain Glasgow Central - Kilmarnock / ...
2h 12m
£38–90

Carlisle to Dunlop by train

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Distance: 98.3 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

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

ScotRail operates a train from Carlisle to Dunlop every 4 hours. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlisle to Dunlop via Buchanan Bus Station, Kilmarnock Bus Station, and Kilmarnock in around 3h 30m.

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