- Distance: 101 mi
- Duration: 1h 17m
The average train between Glasgow and Carlisle takes 1h 17m and the fastest train takes 1h 7m. There is an hourly train service from Glasgow to Carlisle. 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 Glasgow and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Glasgow is at 11:40 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 1:43 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Glasgow station and arriving at Carlisle station. Services depart hourly, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.
Glasgow to Carlisle train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Glasgow to Carlisle train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Glasgow to Carlisle train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Glasgow and Carlisle is 136.3 km. The road distance is 163 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Three other operators also service this route.
