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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Paisley is to bus and line 9 bus which costs £15 - £25 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Paisley is to train via Glasgow Central which takes 1h 26m and costs £30 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Paisley?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Paisley. However, there are services departing from Halston Hotel and arriving at St Mirren Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Paisley?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Paisley. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Paisley Gilmour Street via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 26m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Paisley?

The distance between Carlisle and Paisley is 109 miles. The road distance is 102 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Paisley without a car is to train via Glasgow Central which takes 1h 26m and costs £30 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Carlisle to Paisley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Paisley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Paisley train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Paisley?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Paisley is to train via Glasgow Central which takes 1h 26m and costs £30 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus and line 9 bus, which costs £15 - £25 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Carlisle to Paisley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Paisley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Paisley?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Paisley is 102 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Carlisle to Paisley.

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

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Carlisle to Paisley - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 9 bus, and car

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

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Train via Glasgow Central
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
1h 26m
£33–87
Bus, line 9 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Halston Hotel to Buchanan Bus Stationbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to St Mirren Streetbus 9
2h 47m
£15–24
Drive 101.4 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Paisleycar 101.4 mi
1h 49m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Barrheadtrain Carlisle - Glasgow Central
2h 27m
£54–92

Carlisle to Paisley by train

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Distance: 108.1 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Paisley, 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, you can take a bus from Halston Hotel to St Mirren Street via Buchanan Bus Station in around 2h 47m.

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