The average train between Carlisle and Blantyre takes 2h 2m and the fastest train takes 1h 14m. There is a train service every few hours from Carlisle to Blantyre. 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 Blantyre. The earliest departure is at 5:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 10:03 PM which arrives into Blantyre at 6:01 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Blantyre. However, there are services departing from Carlisle station and arriving at Blantyre station via Motherwell. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.
Carlisle to Blantyre train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to Blantyre train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Motherwell station.
Book your Carlisle to Blantyre train tickets online with TransPennine Express, ScotRail and 3 other operators.
The distance between Carlisle and Blantyre is 124.1 km. The road distance is 152 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Motherwell every 3 hours. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 57 min. Three other operators also service this route.