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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Stonehaven is to bus which costs £28 - £45 and takes 6h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Stonehaven is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Stonehaven?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle to Stonehaven. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Stonehaven Barclay Street via Buchanan Bus Station and Dundee South Marketgait. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Stonehaven?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Stonehaven. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Stonehaven via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Stonehaven?

The distance between Carlisle and Stonehaven is 214 miles. The road distance is 197.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Stonehaven without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Carlisle to Stonehaven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Stonehaven bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Stonehaven train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Stonehaven?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Stonehaven is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £45 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Carlisle to Stonehaven bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Stonehaven train arrive?

Carlisle to Stonehaven train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Stonehaven?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Stonehaven is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Carlisle to Stonehaven.

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

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Where can I stay near Stonehaven?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Preston - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Stonehaventrain Edinburgh - Aberdeen
4h 17m
£48–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Carlisle to Glasgowbus
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Overgatebus
3. Take the bus from Dundee South Marketgait to Stonehaven Barclay Streetbus
6h 23m
£28–43
Drive 196.6 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Stonehavencar 196.6 mi
3h 34m
£49–70

Carlisle to Stonehaven by train

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Distance: 212.9 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Stonehaven via Edinburgh Waverley in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Carlisle to Stonehaven Barclay Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Overgate, and Dundee South Marketgait in around 6h 23m.

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