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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Glasgow is to bus which costs £11 - £45 and takes 1h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Glasgow is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £30 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Glasgow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Halston Hotel and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Glasgow?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Glasgow Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Glasgow?

The distance between Carlisle and Glasgow is 102 miles. The road distance is 94.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Glasgow without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £30 - £85.

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

The train from Carlisle to Glasgow Central takes 1h 12m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Glasgow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Glasgow train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Glasgow?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Glasgow is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £30 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £45 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Carlisle to Glasgow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Glasgow train arrive?

Carlisle to Glasgow train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Glasgow Central station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Glasgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Glasgow is 95 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Carlisle to Glasgow.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Glasgow?

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There are 3 ways to get from Carlisle to Glasgow by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
1h 12m
£30–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn31
1h 55m
£11–45
Drive 94.1 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Glasgowcar 94.1 mi
1h 40m
£23–33

Carlisle to Glasgow by train

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Distance: 101 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Glasgow Central hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 12m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £11–19 and the journey takes 1h 55m. National Express also services this route 4 times a day.

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