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Compare 3 ways to travel from Carlisle to Glasgow
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Glasgow. The journey takes about 1 hour 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 140, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Carlisle to Glasgow by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Carlisle to Glasgow?
The cheapest train tickets from Carlisle to Glasgow start from R 158. The average price for this train route is around R 588. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Carlisle to Glasgow?
The average train journey time from Carlisle to Glasgow is 1h 22m, covering a distance of 137 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1h 11m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Carlisle to Glasgow route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day, including services from Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, ScotRail.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Carlisle to Glasgow?
The earliest train from Carlisle to Glasgow departs at 07:56. And the latest train departs at 22:54.
Which is the best train operator from Carlisle to Glasgow?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars based on 42 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Carlisle to Glasgow?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Carlisle to Glasgow?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Avanti West Coast, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Carlisle to Glasgow?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Carlisle to Glasgow was searched and found on 30 Jan 2026 with a price of R 228To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Carlisle to Glasgow as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 228 to R 1 510 for a train ticket from Carlisle to Glasgow based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 228, which is on 2026-01-30.
Usually Avanti West Coast will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
