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Outbound fromGlasgow Central to Carlisle by train
It takes an average of 1h 40m to travel from Glasgow Central to Carlisle by train, over a distance of around 85 miles (136 km). There are normally 74 trains per day travelling from Glasgow Central to Carlisle and tickets for this journey start from £9.20 when you book in advance.
| First train | 03:22 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:13 | |
| Departure station | Glasgow Central | |
| Arrival station | Carlisle | |
| Journey time | From 1h 7m | |
| Distance | 85 miles (136 km) | |
| Frequency | 74 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £9.20 | |
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Take the train from Glasgow Central to Carlisle in 1 hour 7 minutes
If you want to travel from Glasgow Central to Carlisle by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Glasgow Central to Carlisle by train to take around 1 hour 40 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 1 hour 7 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 74 trains per day running on this route, which spans 85 miles (136 km). There's no need for any changes along the way, as there are direct trains available to Carlisle. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, ScotRail or TransPennine Express. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Glasgow Central to Carlisle start from £9.20 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Glasgow Central to Carlisle
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Glasgow Central to Carlisle is right for you.
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