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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Carlisle to Edinburgh

Cheapest
1 h 55 min
Car
148 km.
from $8
Other
3 h 30 min
Bus
119 km.
from €23.55

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Market Hall to South
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.46–$24.05

Borders Buses

Phone:
01896 754350
Email:
Website:
bordersbuses.co.uk/
Bus from Market Hall to South
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.13–$13.92

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$55.69–$164.55

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Market Hall to South
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.85–$40.50

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Carlisle to Edinburgh
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$30.38–$75.95

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Edinburgh is to bus which costs $8.70 - $34.78 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs $26.09 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Market Hall and arriving at South Bridge. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Edinburgh?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Edinburgh?

The distance between Carlisle and Edinburgh is 162 km. The road distance is 149 km.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs $26.09 - $141.30 .

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

The train from Carlisle to Edinburgh Waverley takes 1h 17m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Edinburgh bus from?

Carlisle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Borders Buses, depart from Market Hall station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Carlisle to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Edinburgh is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs $26.09 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $8.70 - $34.78 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Carlisle to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Carlisle to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Borders Buses, arrive at South Bridge station.

Where does the Carlisle to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Edinburgh is 149 km. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Carlisle to Edinburgh.

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

Book your Carlisle to Edinburgh train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Carlisle to Edinburgh?

Book your Carlisle to Edinburgh bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

There are 2157+ hotels available in Edinburgh. Prices start at $44.14 per night.
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