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Trip Overview

The average train between Stranraer (Station) and Carlisle takes 4h 41m and the fastest train takes 3h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Stranraer (Station) 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.

4h 41m
Duration
200 mi
Distance
£86
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Stranraer (Station) to Carlisle train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Stranraer (Station) and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 7:04 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stranraer (Station) is at 7:40 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 1:43 AM. All services require a transfer at Ayr and take an average of 4h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast3h 44m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast3h 48m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast3h 41m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast4h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast3h 44m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast3h 48m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast3h 41m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast4h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast3h 44m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast3h 48m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast3h 41m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast4h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast3h 44m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast3h 47m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast3h 41m • 2 changes
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    Arrives next day

    ScotRailScotRailTransPennine Express15h 34m • 2 changes

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailTransPennine Express3h 52m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast4h 6m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast4h 8m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast3h 43m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast3h 44m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast3h 48m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast3h 41m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast4h 16m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast3h 44m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast3h 48m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast3h 41m • 2 changes
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    ScotRailScotRailAvanti West Coast4h 16m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Stranraer (Station) to Carlisle? 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 Stranraer (Station) to Carlisle.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 199.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Stranraer (Station), Scotland and Carlisle, England?

You can take a train from Stranraer to Carlisle via Ayr and Glasgow Central in around 4h 3m.

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