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

The cheapest way to get from Forfar to Carlisle is to bus which costs £25 - £55 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Forfar to Carlisle is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Forfar and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Forfar to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Council Offices and arriving at Halston Hotel via Seagate Bus Station and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Forfar and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Forfar to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Dundee and arriving at Carlisle via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Forfar to Carlisle?

The distance between Forfar and Carlisle is 172 miles. The road distance is 161 miles.

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

The best way to get from Forfar to Carlisle without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 11m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Forfar to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Forfar to Carlisle bus from?

Forfar to Carlisle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Seagate Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Forfar to Carlisle train from?

Forfar to Carlisle train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dundee station.

Train or bus from Forfar to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Forfar to Carlisle is to train via Edinburgh which takes 4h 11m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £55 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Forfar to Carlisle bus arrive?

Forfar to Carlisle bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Forfar to Carlisle train arrive?

Forfar to Carlisle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Forfar to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Forfar to Carlisle is 161 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Forfar to Carlisle.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 673+ hotels available in Carlisle.

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Train via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Dundee to Haymarkettrain Dundee - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
4h 11m
£54–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Seagate Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M9
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Halston Hotelbus Ukn31
5h 28m
£25–51
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Forfar to Haymarketbus Ember
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
4h 32m
£40–74
Drive 160.1 mi
1. Drive from Forfar to Carlislecar 160.1 mi
2h 57m
£40–57
Train
1. Take the train from Dundee to Carlisletrain Aberdeen - London Kings Cross
4h 26m
£49–91

Forfar to Carlisle by bus, foot, and train

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4h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 171.2 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Forfar to Carlisle via Dundee Slessor Gardens, Dundee, and Haymarket in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Council Offices to Halston Hotel via Bus Station, Seagate Bus Station, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 5h 28m.

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