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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Carlisle
Cheapest price on Oct 29
€16
Average ticket price on Oct 29
€33
Fastest journey on Oct 29
1 h 12 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
1 h 13 m
Trains on Oct 29
15
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Carlisle will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
On Thu, Oct 29, we found 15 trains from Edinburgh to Carlisle, including 15 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 29 the direct trains cover the 119 km distance in an average of 1 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 12 m .
On Thu, Oct 29 the slowest trains will take 1 h 14 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
W342656:52 AM 1h14 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 8:06 AM Carlisle station (CAR) €16 1 One-way 0 transfers- W33933
8:52 AM 1h13 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 10:05 AM Carlisle station (CAR) €18 1 One-way 0 transfers - W34060
10:52 AM 1h12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 12:04 PM Carlisle station (CAR) €21 1 One-way 0 transfers - W34124
12:52 PM 1h14 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 2:06 PM Carlisle station (CAR) €21 1 One-way 0 transfers - W00587
2:52 PM 1h13 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 4:05 PM Carlisle station (CAR) €21 1 One-way 0 transfers
- W34060
10:52 AM 1h12 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 12:04 PM Carlisle station (CAR) €21 1 One-way 0 transfers - W00587
2:52 PM 1h13 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 4:05 PM Carlisle station (CAR) €21 1 One-way 0 transfers - W33933
8:52 AM 1h13 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 10:05 AM Carlisle station (CAR) €18 1 One-way 0 transfers - W34124
12:52 PM 1h14 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 2:06 PM Carlisle station (CAR) €21 1 One-way 0 transfers - W34265
6:52 AM 1h14 Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) 8:06 AM Carlisle station (CAR) €16 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Carlisle
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Edinburgh to Carlisle run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 119 km distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 119 km |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Carlisle trains for today, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 W84877 | On time 8:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h19 | 9:31 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, October 29 | |||||
| W84896 | 6:12 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h20 | 7:32 AM Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34265 | 6:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h14 | 8:06 AM Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84901 | 8:12 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h19 | 9:31 AM Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33933 | 8:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h13 | 10:05 AM Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84907 | 10:11 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h20 | 11:31 AM Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34060 | 10:52 AM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h12 | 12:04 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84912 | 12:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h20 | 1:32 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34124 | 12:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h14 | 2:06 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84918 | 2:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h20 | 3:32 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W00587 | 2:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h13 | 4:05 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84923 | 4:11 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h21 | 5:32 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W34268 | 4:52 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h14 | 6:06 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84928 | 6:12 PM Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) | 1h20 | 7:32 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Carlisle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Carlisle by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Carlisle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Carlisle
Most Edinburgh to Carlisle trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Carlisle station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Carlisle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Getting to Haymarket from Edinburgh city centre
Haymarket is 1 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Haymarket train station facilities and services
Haymarket has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Haymarket.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Haymarket. ATMs are available at Haymarket.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Haymarket. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Haymarket: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Haymarket: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Haymarket: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates Blue Badge parking bays: 2, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Edinburgh Park from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Park is 7 km from Edinburgh city centre. Public transport options include:
Edinburgh Park train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Park has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Edinburgh Park.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Edinburgh Park.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Park: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to both platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Carlisle station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Carlisle from Carlisle city centre
Carlisle train station facilities and services
Carlisle has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carlisle.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Carlisle.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Carlisle. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carlisle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Carlisle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carlisle: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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