Rome2Rio

How to get fromCarlisle to Port Williamby train, bus, or car

Find Transport to Port William

See all options

There are 3 ways to get from Carlisle to Port William by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Carlisle to Dumfriestrain train
    2. Take the bus from Dumfries station to Stance 1bus bus 500
    3. Take the bus from Stance 3 to Post Officebus bus 415
    5h 31m

  2. Drive 93 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Carlisle to Port Williamcar car 93 mi
    1h 53m
    £23–33

  3. Train, bus via Lockerbie

    1. Take the train from Carlisle to Lockerbietrain train
    2. Take the bus from Stance 5 to Stance 1bus bus 500
    3. Take the bus from Stance 3 to Post Officebus bus 415
    6h 6m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carlisle to Port William.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 121.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Port William, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Carlisle to Port William. However, you can take the train to Dumfries, walk to Dumfries station, take the bus to Stance 1, then take the bus to Post Office. Alternatively, you can drive from Carlisle to Port William in around 1h 53m.

Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides