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

The cheapest way to get from Pittsburgh to Carlisle is to bus which costs $30 - $60 and takes 6h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pittsburgh to Carlisle is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Pittsburgh and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct bus from Pittsburgh station to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station and arriving at Hanover St & High St via Market Square Transfer Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Pittsburgh and Carlisle?

No, there is no direct train from Pittsburgh station to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station and arriving at Harrisburg via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

How far is it from Pittsburgh to Carlisle?

The distance between Pittsburgh and Carlisle is 220 miles. The road distance is 185.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pittsburgh to Carlisle without a car is to bus which takes 6h 1m and costs $30 - $60.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Pittsburgh to Carlisle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pittsburgh to Carlisle bus from?

Pittsburgh to Carlisle bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station.

Where do I catch the Pittsburgh to Carlisle train from?

Pittsburgh to Carlisle train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Pittsburgh to Carlisle?

The best way to get from Pittsburgh to Carlisle is to bus which takes 6h 1m and costs $30 - $60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $170 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Pittsburgh to Carlisle bus arrive?

Pittsburgh to Carlisle bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Harrisburg Bus Station.

Where does the Pittsburgh to Carlisle train arrive?

Pittsburgh to Carlisle train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Harrisburg station.

Can I drive from Pittsburgh to Carlisle?

Yes, the driving distance between Pittsburgh to Carlisle is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Pittsburgh to Carlisle.

Where can I stay near Carlisle?

There are 62+ hotels available in Carlisle.

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There are 3 ways to get from Pittsburgh to Carlisle by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), or car

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1. Take the bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0421 / ...
6h 1m
$31–59
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Harrisburgtrain Pennsylvanian
7h 15m
$79–163
Drive 184.5 mi
1. Drive from Pittsburgh to Carlislecar 184.5 mi
3h 18m
$34–49

Pittsburgh to Carlisle by bus and foot

110Weekly Services

6h 1mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 219.1 mi
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Pittsburgh, PA, USA and Carlisle, PA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Pittsburgh Intermodal Station to Harrisburg Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost $30–60 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Flixbus USA also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Harrisburg once daily. Tickets cost $75–170 and the journey takes 5h 25m.

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