The average train between Carlisle and Balloch takes 2h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Carlisle to Balloch. 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 Carlisle and Balloch. The earliest departure is at 5:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Balloch at 7:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 19m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Carlisle to Balloch? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Balloch. However, there are services departing from Carlisle station and arriving at Balloch station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.
Carlisle to Balloch train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to Balloch train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Balloch station.
Book your Carlisle to Balloch train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail and 2 other operators.
The distance between Carlisle and Balloch is 161 km. The road distance is 194 km.
You can take a train from Carlisle to Balloch via Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street Low Level in around 2h 36m.