The average train between Carlisle and Loch Lomond takes 2h 55m and the fastest train takes 2h 10m. There is a train service every few hours from Carlisle to Loch Lomond. 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 Loch Lomond. 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 Loch Lomond at 7:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 2h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 39m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Carlisle to Loch Lomond? 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 Loch Lomond. However, there are services departing from Carlisle station and arriving at Dalmuir station via Glasgow Central station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.
Carlisle to Loch Lomond train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to Loch Lomond train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Dalmuir station.
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The distance between Carlisle and Loch Lomond is 168.6 km. The road distance is 184 km.
You can take a train from Carlisle to Balloch via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Dalmuir in around 2h 30m.