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Trains from Glasgow Central to Carlisle (CAR)

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25

train journeys
per day

84

miles (136 kms)

1hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

05:06 / 00:15

first / last train

15

direct trains

3

operators run

6

routes

Trains from Glasgow Central to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Glasgow Central and Carlisle , with 15 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 10 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Glasgow Central to Carlisle is approximately 84 miles (136 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 30 mins.

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

There are 6 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Glasgow Central to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 18 mins.

Journeys from Glasgow Central to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:06
    1 hrs 18 mins Direct
    06:24
    Glasgow Central
    Carlisle
    Glasgow Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    05:45
    2 hrs 21 mins 2 changes
    08:06
    Glasgow Central
    Carlisle
    Glasgow Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:02
    1 hrs 29 mins Direct
    08:31
    Glasgow Central
    Carlisle
    Glasgow Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:07
    2 hrs 32 mins Direct
    09:39
    Glasgow Central
    Carlisle
    Glasgow Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    07:45
    2 hrs 19 mins 2 changes
    10:04
    Glasgow Central
    Carlisle
    Glasgow Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:03
    1 hrs 21 mins Direct
    10:24
    Glasgow Central
    Carlisle
    Glasgow Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:13
    2 hrs 29 mins Direct
    11:42
    Glasgow Central
    Carlisle
    Glasgow Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    09:30
    2 hrs 35 mins 2 changes
    12:05
    Glasgow Central
    Carlisle
    Glasgow Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:03
    1 hrs 25 mins Direct
    12:28
    Glasgow Central
    Carlisle
    Glasgow Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:13
    2 hrs 24 mins Direct
    13:37
    Glasgow Central
    Carlisle
    Glasgow Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    11:30
    2 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    14:04
    Glasgow Central
    Carlisle
    Glasgow Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:03
    1 hrs 24 mins Direct
    14:27
    Glasgow Central
    Carlisle
    Glasgow Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:13
    2 hrs 26 mins Direct
    15:39
    Glasgow Central
    Carlisle
    Glasgow Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    13:30
    2 hrs 36 mins 2 changes
    16:06
    Glasgow Central
    Carlisle
    Glasgow Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:03
    1 hrs 21 mins Direct
    16:24
    Glasgow Central
    Carlisle
    Glasgow Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    15:13
    2 hrs 31 mins Direct
    17:44
    Glasgow Central
    Carlisle
    Glasgow Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:10
    2 hrs 28 mins Direct
    18:38
    Glasgow Central
    Carlisle
    Glasgow Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    16:41
    1 hrs 19 mins Direct
    18:00
    Glasgow Central
    Carlisle
    Glasgow Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    17:00
    2 hrs 32 mins 1 change
    19:32
    Glasgow Central
    Carlisle
    Glasgow Central to Carlisle
  • Mon 1st Apr
    18:40
    1 hrs 25 mins Direct
    20:05
    Glasgow Central
    Carlisle
    Glasgow Central to Carlisle

About Glasgow Central Station

Station name Glasgow Central (GLC)
Address Glasgow Central station, Gordon Street, Glasgow, Strathclyde, G1 3SL
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Available
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 Glasgow Central and Carlisle

The travel time between Glasgow Central and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 30 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Glasgow Central 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 05:06, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:15.

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

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

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Yes! There are usually around 15 direct services per day from Glasgow Central to Carlisle

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

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