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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Scone is to bus which costs £21 - £45 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Scone is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Scone?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Scone. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Mansfield Road via Buchanan Bus Station and South Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Scone?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Scone. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Perth via Glasgow Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Scone?

The distance between Carlisle and Scone is 168 miles. The road distance is 138 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Scone without a car is to train via Glasgow which takes 3h 17m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Carlisle to Scone, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Scone bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Scone train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Scone?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Scone is to train via Glasgow which takes 3h 17m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Carlisle to Scone bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Scone train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Scone?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Scone is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Carlisle to Scone.

Where can I stay near Scone?

There are 534+ hotels available in Scone.

Carlisle to Scone - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

How to get fromCarlisle to Scone

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 5 ways to get from Carlisle to Scone 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.

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 / ...
3h 17m
£60–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Glasgowbus Ukn31
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to South Streetbus M8
4h 23m
£22–41
Drive 137.2 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Sconecar 137.2 mi
2h 29m
£34–49
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 49m
£51–108
Train #2
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Perthtrain London Euston - Inverness
3h 52m
£56–88

Carlisle to Scone by train, foot, and bus

225Weekly Services

3h 17mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Carlisle to Scone.

Launch map view

Distance: 166.6 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Mansfield Road via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Queen Street, Perth, and South Street in around 3h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlisle to Mansfield Road via Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station, and South Street in around 4h 23m.

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.