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Trip Overview

The average train between Carlisle and Scunthorpe takes 4h 32m and the fastest train takes 4h. There is a train service every few hours from Carlisle to Scunthorpe. 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 32m
Duration
195 mi
Distance
£77
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Carlisle to Scunthorpe train times

Trains run hourly between Carlisle and Scunthorpe. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 10:02 PM which arrives into Scunthorpe at 7:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Newcastle and take an average of 4h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 14m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 3m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 10m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express9h • 2 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 15m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 13m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 4m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 15m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 13m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 4m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 15m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 13m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 4m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 15m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 13m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 4m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 15m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 13m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 13m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 13m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 13m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 15m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 13m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 4m • 2 changes
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    Northern Trains LimitedLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)TransPennine Express4h 14m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlisle to Scunthorpe? 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 Scunthorpe.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 195.1 mi
  • Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Scunthorpe, England?

You can take a train from Carlisle to Scunthorpe via Newcastle and Doncaster in around 4h 10m.

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