The average train between Ayr and Carlisle takes 2h 30m and the fastest train takes 2h 3m. There is an hourly train service from Ayr to Carlisle. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Ayr and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ayr is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 5:43 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Ayr to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Ayr station and arriving at Carlisle station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.
Ayr to Carlisle train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Ayr station.
Ayr to Carlisle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Ayr to Carlisle train tickets online with ScotRail, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ayr and Carlisle is 124.8 km. The road distance is 228 km.
You can take a train from Ayr to Carlisle via Glasgow Central in around 2h 24m.
