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The average train between Carlisle and Elgin takes 7h 22m and the fastest train takes 5h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlisle to Elgin. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

7h 22m
Duration
296 mi
Distance
£130
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Carlisle to Elgin train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Carlisle and Elgin. 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 Elgin at 9:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Haymarket and take an average of 7h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastScotRailScotRail12h 34m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail11h 26m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail6h 9m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail5h 27m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail5h 47m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail5h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail6h 9m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail5h 27m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail5h 47m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail5h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail6h 9m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail5h 27m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail5h 47m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail5h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail6h 9m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail5h 27m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail5h 47m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail5h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail6h 9m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail5h 27m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail5h 47m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail5h 27m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail6h 9m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail7h 21m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)ScotRail5h 47m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail5h 29m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlisle to Elgin? 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.

Map of how to get from Carlisle to Elgin.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 296.5 mi
  • Duration: 7h 22m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Elgin via Haymarket and Aberdeen in around 6h 48m.

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