What is the cheapest way to get from Inverness to Kirkby Stephen?

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Kirkby Stephen is to bus which costs £50 - £90 and takes 9h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Inverness to Kirkby Stephen?

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Kirkby Stephen is to drive which takes 5h 7m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Kirkby Stephen?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness station to Kirkby Stephen. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stance 3 and arriving at Costa Coffee via Glasgow and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Inverness and Kirkby Stephen?

No, there is no direct train from Inverness to Kirkby Stephen. However, there are services departing from Inverness and arriving at Kirkby Stephen via Haymarket and Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

How far is it from Inverness to Kirkby Stephen?

The distance between Inverness and Kirkby Stephen is 330 miles. The road distance is 289 miles.

How do I travel from Inverness to Kirkby Stephen without a car?

The best way to get from Inverness to Kirkby Stephen without a car is to train and bus via Edinburgh which takes 7h 43m and costs £100 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Inverness to Kirkby Stephen?

It takes approximately 7h 43m to get from Inverness to Kirkby Stephen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Kirkby Stephen bus from?

Inverness to Kirkby Stephen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stance 3.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Kirkby Stephen train from?

Inverness to Kirkby Stephen train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Inverness station.

Train or bus from Inverness to Kirkby Stephen?

The best way to get from Inverness to Kirkby Stephen is to bus which takes 9h 21m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £110 - £240 and takes 8h 13m.

Where does the Inverness to Kirkby Stephen bus arrive?

Inverness to Kirkby Stephen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Inverness to Kirkby Stephen train arrive?

Inverness to Kirkby Stephen train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Kirkby Stephen?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Kirkby Stephen is 289 miles. It takes approximately 5h 7m to drive from Inverness to Kirkby Stephen.

Where can I stay near Kirkby Stephen?

There are 614+ hotels available in Kirkby Stephen.

Inverness to Kirkby Stephen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Inverness to Kirkby Stephen by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via Edinburgh
best
1. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Penrith North Lakestrain
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Costa Coffeebus 563
7h 43m
£107–213
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Carlislebus
3. Take the bus from Rail Station to Costa Coffeebus 563
9h 21m
£50–90
Drive 287.3 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Kirkby Stephencar 287.3 mi
5h 7m
£71–103
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Carlisletrain
3. Take the train from Carlisle to Kirkby Stephentrain
8h 13m
£118–231
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Inverness to Carlisletrain Inverness - London Euston
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Costa Coffeebus 563
9h 53m
£97–150

Inverness to Kirkby Stephen by train and bus

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7h 43mAverage Duration

£107Cheapest Price

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Distance: 328.1 mi
Duration: 7h 43m

What companies run services between Inverness, Scotland and Kirkby Stephen, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Costa Coffee via Glasgow, Carlisle, Carlisle, Penrith North Lakes, and Rail Station in around 9h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Inverness to Pennine Hotel via Haymarket, Carlisle, Kirkby Stephen, and Rail Station in around 8h 13m.

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