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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Inverness to Carlisle
Cheapest price on Oct 20
€148
Average ticket price on Oct 20
€148
Fastest journey on Oct 20
5 h 24 m
Average journey duration on Oct 20
5 h 24 m
Trains on Oct 20
1
Distance
298 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Inverness to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Inverness to Carlisle will cost around €148 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €148.
On Tue, Oct 20, we found 1 trains from Inverness to Carlisle, including 1 direct services.
On Tue, Oct 20 the direct trains cover the 298 km distance in an average of 5 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 24 m .
On Tue, Oct 20 the slowest trains will take 5 h 24 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.
7:42 AM5h24Inverness1:06 PMCarlisle€1481One-way0 transfers
- 7:42 AM5h24Inverness1:06 PMCarlisle€1481One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Inverness to Carlisle
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Inverness to Carlisle run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €49 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:54, the last at 18:18. The fastest train covers the 298 km distance in 4h 19m.
Distance 298 km |
Average train duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €49 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 19m |
First train 4:54 AM |
Last train 6:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Inverness to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Inverness to Carlisle trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:42 AM Inverness | 5h24 | 1:06 PM Carlisle | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: Trains from Inverness to Carlisle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Inverness 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 Inverness to Carlisle
Most Inverness to Carlisle trains use the Inverness to Carlisle station pair. Use this guide to compare Inverness and Carlisle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Inverness station do trains to Carlisle leave from?
Getting to Inverness from Inverness city centre
Inverness train station facilities and services
Inverness has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Inverness.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Inverness. ATMs are available at Inverness.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Inverness. 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 Inverness: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Inverness: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Inverness: 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: 3, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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.
Which Carlisle station do trains from Inverness 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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