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The average train between Carlisle and Aberdeen takes 4h 35m and the fastest train takes 3h 32m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlisle to Aberdeen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 35m
Duration
226 mi
Distance
£100
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Carlisle to Aberdeen train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Carlisle and Aberdeen. The earliest departure is at 9:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 10:22 PM which arrives into Aberdeen at 8:12 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 35m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 39m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail3h 57m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 51m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 36m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 58m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 33m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)4h 2m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)4h 3m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail4h 19m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastScotRail4h 23m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastCross Country3h 32m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 58m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)4h 1m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 39m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 58m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)4h 1m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 39m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 58m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)4h 1m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 39m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)3h 58m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 47m • 1 change
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)4h 1m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRail3h 39m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlisle to Aberdeen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 226.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 35m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Aberdeen, Scotland?

You can take a train from Carlisle to Aberdeen via Haymarket in around 4h 22m.

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