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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Carlisle (CAR)

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15

train journeys
per day

74

miles (119 kms)

1hrs 12 mins

fastest journey

06:52 / 00:05

first / last train

13

direct trains

3

operators run

3

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Waverley and Carlisle , with 13 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 2 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle is approximately 74 miles (119 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs.

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Carlisle.

There are 3 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 12 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    06:52
    1 hrs 14 mins Direct
    08:06
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carlisle
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:12
    1 hrs 18 mins Direct
    09:30
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carlisle
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    08:52
    1 hrs 12 mins Direct
    10:04
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carlisle
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:11
    1 hrs 20 mins Direct
    11:31
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carlisle
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    10:52
    1 hrs 13 mins Direct
    12:05
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carlisle
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:12
    1 hrs 20 mins Direct
    13:32
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carlisle
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    12:52
    1 hrs 12 mins Direct
    14:04
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carlisle
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:12
    1 hrs 21 mins Direct
    15:33
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carlisle
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    14:52
    1 hrs 14 mins Direct
    16:06
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carlisle
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:11
    1 hrs 20 mins Direct
    17:31
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carlisle
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:52
    1 hrs 14 mins Direct
    18:06
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carlisle
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:12
    1 hrs 20 mins Direct
    19:32
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carlisle
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    20:11
    1 hrs 20 mins Direct
    21:31
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carlisle
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:45
    5 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    05:42
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carlisle
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    23:56
    7 hrs 37 mins 2 changes
    07:33
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Carlisle
    Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Carlisle Station

Station name Carlisle (CAR)
Address Carlisle station, Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 20:00
Saturday 05:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Carlisle

The travel time between Edinburgh Waverley and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 12 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:52, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:05.

First class tickets on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Carlisle typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Carlisle can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 13 direct services per day from Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Carlisle.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Carlisle, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.