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

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Trains and Buses for the journey to Carlisle from Inverness. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 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
Train
5h 12m
£162
£162
2
Bus
9h 5m
£18
£18
1

What is the cheapest way to reach Carlisle from Inverness?

You can get to Carlisle with just £18 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

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tomorrow
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from £162
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from £18
Thursday

    Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • ScotRail
    6h 37m
    0
    04:54
    Inverness
    Central Station
    11:31
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £162
  • ScotRail
    5h 12m
    0
    05:36
    Inverness
    Central Station
    10:48
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £162

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    9h 5m
    0
    16:45
    Inverness
    Coach Station
    01:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18

What are the fastest trips from Inverness to Carlisle?

You can get to Carlisle from Inverness in just 5h 12m with a Train from ScotRail. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
tomorrow
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
from 5h 12m
Wednesday
from 9h 5m
Thursday

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • ScotRail
    5h 12m
    0
    05:36
    Inverness
    Central Station
    10:48
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £162
  • ScotRail
    6h 37m
    0
    04:54
    Inverness
    Central Station
    11:31
    Carlisle
    Central Station
    0
    ScotRail
    Economy
    from £162

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • FlixBus
    9h 5m
    0
    16:45
    Inverness
    Coach Station
    01:50
    Carlisle
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £18
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Inverness to Carlisle

What are the most popular stations in Inverness and Carlisle?

In Inverness, you will usually depart from Central Station, Raigmore Hospital or Coach 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 Inverness? With 1 connections between 2 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 Inverness and Carlisle, you can pay as low as £18 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 ScotRail: you will get to Carlisle in just 5h 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 Inverness and Carlisle are ScotRail and FlixBus, 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 Inverness 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 Daviot or to Carlisle Lake Airport, and look at flights from Dornoch 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 Inverness to Carlisle?

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

Bus companies: FlixBus

Train companies: ScotRail

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

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

How can I reach Carlisle from Inverness?

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

How far is Carlisle from Inverness?

The distance between Inverness and Carlisle is 298.4 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Inverness 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 8 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 51 kgs, and a flight 73 kgs.

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

You can get to Carlisle with just £18 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Inverness 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 5h 12m with a Train from ScotRail.

More routes to Inverness and to Carlisle

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

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