The average train between Wick and Carlisle takes 12h 53m and the fastest train takes 9h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Wick 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 twice daily between Wick and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 8:02 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Wick is at 4:00 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 10:42 AM. All services require a transfer at Inverness and take an average of 12h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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13h 41m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Wick 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.
No, there is no direct train from Wick to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Wick station and arriving at Carlisle station via Inverness. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 53m.
Wick to Carlisle train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Wick station.
Wick to Carlisle train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Wick to Carlisle train tickets online with ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper and 2 other operators.
The distance between Wick and Carlisle is 394.6 km. The road distance is 724 km.
You can take a train from Wick to Carlisle via Inverness, Glasgow Queen Street, and Glasgow Central in around 10h 29m.