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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Falkirk is to bus which costs £14 - £25 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Falkirk is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Falkirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Falkirk station. However, there are services departing from Halston Hotel and arriving at Grahamston Station via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Falkirk?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Falkirk Grahamston. Services depart twice a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 7m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Falkirk?

The distance between Carlisle and Falkirk is 124 miles. The road distance is 100.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Falkirk without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 1h 56m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 1h 56m to get from Carlisle to Falkirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Falkirk bus from?

Carlisle to Falkirk bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Halston Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Falkirk train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Falkirk?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Falkirk is to train via Edinburgh which takes 1h 56m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £25 and takes 3h 35m.

Where does the Carlisle to Falkirk bus arrive?

Carlisle to Falkirk bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Carlisle to Falkirk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Falkirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Falkirk is 101 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Carlisle to Falkirk.

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

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Where can I stay near Falkirk?

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Carlisle to Falkirk - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 2 bus

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

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Falkirk Grahamstontrain Edinburgh - Dunblane / ...
1h 56m
£43–81
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Grahamston Stationbus X37
3h 35m
£15–25
Drive 100.2 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Falkirkcar 100.2 mi
1h 56m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Falkirk Grahamstontrain London Kings Cross - Inverness
2h 7m
£40–60
Train, line 2 bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Larberttrain
2. Take the bus from Station Hotel to Weir Streetbus 2 / ...
2h 25m
£23–41

Carlisle to Falkirk by train

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Distance: 123.6 mi
Duration: 1h 56m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Falkirk Grahamston via Haymarket in around 1h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Halston Hotel to Grahamston Station via Buchanan Bus Station in around 3h 35m.

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