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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Leuchars is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 4h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Leuchars is to train which takes 2h 28m and costs £50 - £75.

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 Halston Hotel and arriving at St Bunyan's Place via Buchanan Bus Station and Crichton Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Leuchars?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Leuchars. Services depart four times a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2h 28m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Leuchars?

The distance between Carlisle and Leuchars is 151 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 28m and costs £50 - £75.

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

The train from Carlisle to Leuchars takes 2h 28m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Leuchars bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Leuchars train from?

Carlisle to Leuchars train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), 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 28m and costs £50 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 4h 26m.

Where does the Carlisle to Leuchars bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Leuchars train arrive?

Carlisle to Leuchars train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Leuchars 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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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Leucharstrain London Kings Cross - Aberdeen
2h 28m
£50–75
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus Uk091
4h 26m
£22–37
Drive 141.3 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Leucharscar 141.3 mi
2h 43m
£35–51
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Leucharstrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen / ...
2h 35m
£50–97
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall to Galashiels Transport Interchangebus X95
2. Take the train from Galashiels to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Leucharstrain
4h 55m
£40–82

Carlisle to Leuchars by train

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Distance: 150.6 mi
Duration: 2h 28m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Carlisle to Leuchars 4 times a week. Tickets cost £50–75 and the journey takes 2h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Halston Hotel to St Bunyan's Place via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Crichton Street in around 4h 26m.

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