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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Perth is to bus via Glasgow which costs £19 - £40 and takes 4h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Perth is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Perth?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Perth. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at South Street via Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Perth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Perth. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 24m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Perth?

The distance between Carlisle and Perth is 164 miles. The road distance is 135 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Perth without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 48m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Carlisle to Perth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Perth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Perth train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Perth?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Perth is to train via Glasgow which takes 2h 48m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £19 - £40 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Carlisle to Perth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Perth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Perth?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Perth is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Carlisle to Perth.

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

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Carlisle to Perth - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Carlisle to Perth by train, bus, or car

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Train via Glasgow
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Glasgow Centraltrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Perthtrain Glasgow Queen Street - Dundee / ...
2h 48m
£58–127
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Glasgowbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to South Streetbus M8
4h 7m
£20–38
Drive 134.2 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Perthcar 134.2 mi
2h 27m
£33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Perthtrain Edinburgh - Perth / ...
3h 20m
£49–105
Train #2
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Perthtrain London Euston - Inverness
3h 24m
£50–90
Bus
1. Take the bus from Stand K Carlisle Market Hall to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus X95
2. Take the bus from George Street to Perth stationbus Ember
5h 57m
£26–37

Carlisle to Perth by train and foot

225Weekly Services

2h 48mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.5 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Perth via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlisle to South Street via Glasgow and Buchanan Bus Station in around 4h 7m.

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