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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Leuchars is to bus via Glasgow which costs £23 - £40 and takes 4h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Leuchars is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Leuchars?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Leuchars. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at St Bunyan's Place via Buchanan Bus Station and Crichton Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Leuchars?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Leuchars. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Leuchars via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Leuchars?

The distance between Carlisle and Leuchars is 149 miles. The road distance is 142.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Leuchars without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Carlisle to Leuchars, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Leuchars bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Leuchars train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Leuchars?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Leuchars is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Carlisle to Leuchars bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Leuchars train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Leuchars?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Leuchars is 142 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Carlisle to Leuchars.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Leucharstrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen / ...
2h 51m
£45–88
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Glasgowbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
4h 38m
£23–37
Drive 141.3 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Leucharscar 141.3 mi
2h 43m
£35–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X59 / ...
6h 36m
£32–46

Carlisle to Leuchars by train

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Distance: 148.2 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Leuchars via Haymarket in around 2h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlisle to St Bunyan's Place via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Crichton Street in around 4h 38m.

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