The average train between Carlisle and Shotts takes 2h 31m and the fastest train takes 1h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Carlisle to Shotts. 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 Shotts. The earliest departure is at 5:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 11:02 PM which arrives into Shotts at 6:49 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Shotts. However, there are services departing from Carlisle station and arriving at Shotts station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.
Carlisle to Shotts train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to Shotts train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Shotts station.
Book your Carlisle to Shotts train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail and 2 other operators.
The distance between Carlisle and Shotts is 116.6 km. The road distance is 194 km.
You can take a train from Carlisle to Shotts via Glasgow Central in around 2h 11m.