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It takes an average of 2h 20m to travel from Carlisle to Musselburgh by train, over a distance of around 72 miles (116 km). There are normally 14 trains per day travelling from Carlisle to Musselburgh and tickets for this journey start from £19 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:50 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:22 | |
| Departure station | Carlisle | |
| Arrival station | Musselburgh | |
| Journey time | From 1h 37m | |
| Distance | 72 miles (116 km) | |
| Frequency | 14 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £19 | |
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Travelling from Carlisle to Musselburgh by train
Looking to travel from Carlisle to Musselburgh by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 2 hours 20 minutes to travel from Carlisle to Musselburgh by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 37 minutes though. You'll usually find 14 trains per day running along the 72 miles (116 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Musselburgh, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or TransPennine Express to get to Musselburgh. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Carlisle to Musselburgh in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £19.00.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
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Want to know more about your journey from Carlisle to Musselburgh? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Carlisle to Musselburgh?
As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.