What is the cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley?

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley is to bus which costs £18 - £26 and takes 3h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley?

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £23 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Edinburgh Waverley?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall and arriving at South Bridge. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Edinburgh Waverley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley?

The distance between Carlisle and Edinburgh Waverley is 101 miles. The road distance is 92.7 miles.

How do I travel from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley without a car?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £23 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley?

The train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley takes 1h 17m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £23 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £26 and takes 3h 42m.

Where does the Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley bus arrive?

Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at South Bridge station.

Where does the Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley train arrive?

Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley.

How do I get a train ticket from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley?

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh Waverley?

There are 2800+ hotels available in Edinburgh Waverley.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
1h 17m
£23–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall to South Bridgebus X95
3h 42m
£18–26
Drive 92.1 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleycar 92.1 mi
1h 55m
£23–34
Bus via Hawick
1. Take the bus from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall to Mart Street Bus Stancebus X95
2. Take the bus from Mart Street Bus Stance to South Bridgebus X95
4h 8m
£21–30

Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley by train

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Distance: 100.7 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Edinburgh Waverley, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley every 4 hours. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 17m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Borders Buses operates a bus from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall to South Bridge 4 times a day. Tickets cost £18–26 and the journey takes 3h 36m.

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