What is the cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Forth Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Forth Bridge is to bus which costs £26 - £40 and takes 4h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carlisle to Forth Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Forth Bridge is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £35 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Forth Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Forth Bridge. However, there are services departing from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall and arriving at North Access via Galashiels Transport Interchange and Edinburgh, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Forth Bridge?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Forth Bridge. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Dalmeny via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Forth Bridge?

The distance between Carlisle and Forth Bridge is 108 miles.

How do I travel from Carlisle to Forth Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Forth Bridge without a car is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Carlisle to Forth Bridge?

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Carlisle to Forth Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Forth Bridge bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Forth Bridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Forth Bridge?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Forth Bridge is to train which takes 1h 35m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £40 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Carlisle to Forth Bridge bus arrive?

Carlisle to Forth Bridge bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at Galashiels Transport Interchange station.

Where does the Carlisle to Forth Bridge train arrive?

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

How do I get a train ticket from Carlisle to Forth Bridge?

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There are 2 ways to get from Carlisle to Forth Bridge by train or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
1h 35m
£38–66
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X95
2. Take the bus from Galashiels Transport Interchange to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X62 / ...
4h 59m
£26–38

Carlisle to Forth Bridge by train

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Distance: 107.6 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Forth Bridge, Scotland?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall to North Access via Galashiels Transport Interchange and Edinburgh, Bus Station in around 4h 59m.

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