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Trains from Motherwell (MTH) to Carlisle (CAR)

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25

train journeys
per day

74

miles (120 kms)

55 mins

fastest journey

00:31 / 07:15

first / last train

17

direct trains

5

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Motherwell (MTH) to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Motherwell and Carlisle , with 17 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 8 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Motherwell to Carlisle is approximately 74 miles (120 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 31 mins.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Motherwell and Carlisle.

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Motherwell to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 55 mins.

Journeys from Motherwell to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    00:31
    5 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    06:17
    Motherwell
    Carlisle
    Motherwell to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:48
    57 mins Direct
    06:45
    Motherwell
    Carlisle
    Motherwell to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:04
    56 mins Direct
    07:00
    Motherwell
    Carlisle
    Motherwell to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:45
    59 mins Direct
    07:44
    Motherwell
    Carlisle
    Motherwell to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:52
    55 mins Direct
    08:47
    Motherwell
    Carlisle
    Motherwell to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:01
    1 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    09:47
    Motherwell
    Carlisle
    Motherwell to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:05
    2 hrs 1 change
    10:05
    Motherwell
    Carlisle
    Motherwell to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:24
    1 hrs 8 mins Direct
    10:32
    Motherwell
    Carlisle
    Motherwell to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:52
    56 mins Direct
    10:48
    Motherwell
    Carlisle
    Motherwell to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    11:51
    57 mins Direct
    12:48
    Motherwell
    Carlisle
    Motherwell to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:13
    57 mins Direct
    13:10
    Motherwell
    Carlisle
    Motherwell to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    12:21
    1 hrs 6 mins Direct
    13:27
    Motherwell
    Carlisle
    Motherwell to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:25
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    14:30
    Motherwell
    Carlisle
    Motherwell to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    13:50
    56 mins Direct
    14:46
    Motherwell
    Carlisle
    Motherwell to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    14:50
    55 mins Direct
    15:45
    Motherwell
    Carlisle
    Motherwell to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    15:24
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    16:29
    Motherwell
    Carlisle
    Motherwell to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:14
    55 mins Direct
    17:09
    Motherwell
    Carlisle
    Motherwell to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    16:55
    56 mins Direct
    17:51
    Motherwell
    Carlisle
    Motherwell to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:25
    1 hrs 6 mins Direct
    18:31
    Motherwell
    Carlisle
    Motherwell to Carlisle
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    17:53
    1 hrs 54 mins 1 change
    19:47
    Motherwell
    Carlisle
    Motherwell to Carlisle

About Motherwell Station

Station name Motherwell (MTH)
Address Motherwell station, Muir Street, Motherwell, North Lanarkshire, ML1 1BL
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:30 - 21:30
Tuesday 05:30 - 21:30
Wednesday 05:30 - 21:30
Thursday 05:30 - 21:30
Friday 05:30 - 21:30
Saturday 05:30 - 21:30
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 Unavailable

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 Motherwell and Carlisle

The travel time between Motherwell and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 31 mins & the fastest journey takes 55 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Motherwell and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 00:31, and the last train of the day leaves at 07:15.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 17 direct services per day from Motherwell to Carlisle

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Caledonian Sleeper, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Motherwell and Carlisle.

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