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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Montrose is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Montrose is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £65 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Montrose?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Montrose. However, there are services departing from Halston Hotel and arriving at Lloyds Pharmacy via Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Montrose?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Montrose. Services depart four times a week, and operate Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Montrose?

The distance between Carlisle and Montrose is 190 miles. The road distance is 175.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Montrose without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £65 - £90.

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

The train from Carlisle to Montrose takes 3h 17m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Montrose bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Montrose train from?

Carlisle to Montrose train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Montrose?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Montrose is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £65 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Carlisle to Montrose bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Montrose train arrive?

Carlisle to Montrose train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Montrose station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Montrose?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Montrose is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Carlisle to Montrose.

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

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Where can I stay near Montrose?

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Carlisle to Montrose - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Montrosetrain London Kings Cross - Aberdeen
3h 17m
£65–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Seagate Bus Stationbus M9 / ...
3. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Lloyds Pharmacybus X7
5h 6m
£32–57
Drive 174.9 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Montrosecar 174.9 mi
3h 22m
£43–62
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Haymarkettrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Montrosetrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
3h 39m
£64–131

Carlisle to Montrose by train

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Distance: 188.8 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER) operates a train from Carlisle to Montrose 4 times a week. Tickets cost £65–90 and the journey takes 3h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Halston Hotel to Lloyds Pharmacy via Buchanan Bus Station and Seagate Bus Station in around 5h 6m.

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