How to get from Dundee to Carlisle

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What is the best way to travel from Dundee to Carlisle?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Trains to Carlisle from Dundee. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 5 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
4h 35m
£11
£19
2
Train
2h 31m
£34
£98
6

What is the cheapest way to reach Carlisle from Dundee?

You can reach Carlisle with just £11 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Thursday
from £23
Friday
from £19
Saturday
from £13
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £11

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • megabus
    4h 55m
    0
    07:45
    Dundee
    Seagate Coach Station
    12:40
    Carlisle
    MacDonalds Coach Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £23
  • megabus
    5h 5m
    0
    19:50
    Dundee
    Seagate Coach Station
    00:55
    Carlisle
    MacDonalds Coach Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £23

    • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    2h 55m
    0
    11:09
    Dundee
    Central Station
    14:04
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £34
  • ScotRail
    2h 51m
    0
    08:40
    Dundee
    Central Station
    11:31
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £120
  • ScotRail
    3h 11m
    0
    09:59
    Dundee
    Central Station
    13:10
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £120
  • CrossCountry
    2h 31m
    0
    09:33
    Dundee
    Central Station
    12:04
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £120

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • megabus
    4h 35m
    0
    20:20
    Dundee
    Seagate Coach Station
    00:55
    Carlisle
    MacDonalds Coach Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £19
  • megabus
    4h 55m
    0
    07:45
    Dundee
    Seagate Coach Station
    12:40
    Carlisle
    MacDonalds Coach Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £25

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    5h 25m
    0
    20:25
    Dundee
    Science Centre Station
    01:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £13

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    5h 25m
    0
    20:25
    Dundee
    Science Centre Station
    01:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £11

What are the fastest trips from Dundee to Carlisle?

You can get to Carlisle from Dundee in just 2h 31m with a Train from CrossCountry. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Thursday
from 2h 31m
Friday
from 4h 35m
Saturday
from 5h 25m
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 5h 25m

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • CrossCountry
    2h 31m
    0
    09:33
    Dundee
    Central Station
    12:04
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £120
  • ScotRail
    2h 51m
    0
    08:40
    Dundee
    Central Station
    11:31
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £120
  • London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    2h 55m
    0
    11:09
    Dundee
    Central Station
    14:04
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    London North Eastern Railway (LNER)
    Economy
    from £34
  • ScotRail
    3h 11m
    0
    09:59
    Dundee
    Central Station
    13:10
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £120

    • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • megabus
    4h 55m
    0
    07:45
    Dundee
    Seagate Coach Station
    12:40
    Carlisle
    MacDonalds Coach Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £23
  • megabus
    5h 5m
    0
    19:50
    Dundee
    Seagate Coach Station
    00:55
    Carlisle
    MacDonalds Coach Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £23

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • megabus
    4h 35m
    0
    20:20
    Dundee
    Seagate Coach Station
    00:55
    Carlisle
    MacDonalds Coach Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £19
  • megabus
    4h 55m
    0
    07:45
    Dundee
    Seagate Coach Station
    12:40
    Carlisle
    MacDonalds Coach Station
    0
    megabus
    Economy
    £25

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    5h 25m
    0
    20:25
    Dundee
    Science Centre Station
    01:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £13

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    5h 25m
    0
    20:25
    Dundee
    Science Centre Station
    01:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £11
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Dundee to Carlisle

What are the most popular stations in Dundee and Carlisle?

In Dundee, you will usually depart from Central Station, Seagate Coach Station or Science Centre Station, while in Carlisle you will be arriving at MacDonalds Coach Station, Central Station or Coach Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Carlisle from Dundee? With 2 connections between 5 Bus and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Dundee and Carlisle, you can pay as low as £11 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from CrossCountry: you will get to Carlisle in just 2h 31m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Dundee and Carlisle are megabus, FlixBus and ScotRail, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Dundee and Carlisle is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Newport-on-Tay or to Carlisle Lake Airport, and look at flights from Dundee Airport, and landing at Carlisle Lake Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Dundee to Carlisle?

The most popular companies between Dundee and Carlisle, are megabus, FlixBus and ScotRail. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: megabus and FlixBus

Train companies: ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway (LNER) and CrossCountry

All you need to know when you travel from Dundee to Carlisle

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Dundee to Carlisle. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Dundee to Carlisle

How can I reach Carlisle from Dundee?

Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus and Train, with which you can get to Carlisle from Dundee.

How far is Carlisle from Dundee?

The distance between Dundee and Carlisle is 174.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Dundee and Carlisle?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 5 kgs of CO2, a train 6 kgs, a car 30 kgs, and a flight 43 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Dundee to Carlisle?

You can get to Carlisle with just £11 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Carlisle in just 2h 31m with a Train from CrossCountry.

More routes to Dundee and to Carlisle

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Dundee and to Carlisle. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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