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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Carlisle from Edinburgh. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 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
6h 15m
£10
£10
1
Train
1h 12m
£13
£13
15

What is the cheapest way to reach Carlisle from Edinburgh?

You can reach Carlisle with just £10 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
from £10
Saturday
from £11
Sunday
Monday
from £10
Tuesday
from £10
Wednesday
from £10
Thursday
from £10

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    23:35
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    23:35
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £11

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    23:35
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    23:35
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    23:35
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10

    • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • TransPennine Express
    1h 20m
    0
    06:12
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    07:32
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £13
  • TransPennine Express
    1h 19m
    0
    20:12
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    21:31
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £13
  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 14m
    0
    06:52
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    08:06
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £13
  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 13m
    0
    08:52
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    10:05
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £13
  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 12m
    0
    10:52
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    12:04
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £13

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    23:35
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10

What are the fastest trips from Edinburgh to Carlisle?

You can get to Carlisle from Edinburgh in just 1h 12m with a Train from Avanti West Coast. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
from 6h 15m
Saturday
from 6h 15m
Sunday
Monday
from 6h 15m
Tuesday
from 6h 15m
Wednesday
from 1h 12m
Thursday
from 6h 15m

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    23:35
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    23:35
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £11

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    23:35
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    23:35
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 12m
    0
    10:52
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    12:04
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £13
  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 13m
    0
    08:52
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    10:05
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £13
  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 14m
    0
    06:52
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    08:06
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £13
  • TransPennine Express
    1h 19m
    0
    20:12
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    21:31
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £13
  • TransPennine Express
    1h 20m
    0
    06:12
    Edinburgh
    Waverley Train Station
    07:32
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    TransPennine Express
    Economy
    from £13

    • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    23:35
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    6h 15m
    0
    17:20
    Edinburgh
    Central bus station
    23:35
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £10
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Edinburgh to Carlisle

What are the most popular stations in Edinburgh and Carlisle?

In Edinburgh, you will usually depart from Haymarket Coach Stop, Princes Street or Haymarket Station, while in Carlisle you will be arriving at Coach Station, Central Station or MacDonalds 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 Edinburgh? With 1 connections between 3 Train and Bus 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 Edinburgh and Carlisle, you can pay as low as £10 with a Bus from National Express.

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 Avanti West Coast: you will get to Carlisle in just 1h 12m.

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 Edinburgh and Carlisle are National Express, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express, 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 Edinburgh 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 Broomhouse or to Carlisle Lake Airport, and look at flights from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Carlisle?

The most popular companies between Edinburgh and Carlisle, are National Express, Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: Avanti West Coast and TransPennine Express

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Carlisle

How can I reach Carlisle from Edinburgh?

Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Carlisle from Edinburgh.

How far is Carlisle from Edinburgh?

The distance between Edinburgh and Carlisle is 119.0 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Edinburgh 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 3 kgs of CO2, a train 4 kgs, a car 20 kgs, and a flight 29 kgs.

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

You can get to Carlisle with just £10 by taking a Bus from National Express.

What is the fastest way to get from Edinburgh 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 1h 12m with a Train from Avanti West Coast.

More routes to Edinburgh and to Carlisle

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