How much is the train ticket from Glasgow to Carlisle?

The cheapest train tickets from Glasgow to Carlisle start from $15. The average price for this train route is around $35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Glasgow to Carlisle?

The average train ride duration from Glasgow to Carlisle is 1h 21m, covering a distance of 85 miles (137 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 7m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators service the Glasgow to Carlisle route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 14 trains available per day, including services from Avanti West Coast , Transpennine Express , ScotRail .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Glasgow to Carlisle?

The earliest train departs from Glasgow to Carlisle at 7:07am. And the latest train departs at 10:06pm.

What is the best train operator from Glasgow to Carlisle?

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 Glasgow to Carlisle?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Glasgow to Carlisle?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Glasgow to Carlisle?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Train Glasgow to Carlisle from $15

Next train departures

Next departures for Glasgow to Carlisle on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:57pm	Glasgow Central	1h 12m	5:09pm	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	8:00am	Glasgow Central	1h 7m	9:07am	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	7:07am	Glasgow Central	2h 34m	9:41am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:11am	Glasgow Central	1h 21m	8:32am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	1h 11m	8:47am	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to Carlisle on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:38pm	Glasgow Central	1h 8m	4:46pm	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	8:00am	Glasgow Central	1h 8m	9:08am	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	7:08am	Glasgow Central	2h 34m	9:42am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:09am	Glasgow Central	1h 23m	8:32am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:35am	Glasgow Central	1h 13m	8:48am	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to Carlisle on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:35pm	Glasgow Central	1h 12m	4:47pm	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	4:38pm	Glasgow Central	1h 11m	5:49pm	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	9:16am	Glasgow Central	1h 27m	10:43am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	9:34am	Glasgow Central	1h 14m	10:48am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	3:03pm	Glasgow Central	2h 36m	5:39pm	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to Carlisle on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:38pm	Glasgow Central	1h 9m	4:47pm	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	8:00am	Glasgow Central	1h 8m	9:08am	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	7:07am	Glasgow Central	2h 29m	9:36am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:11am	Glasgow Central	1h 22m	8:33am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	1h 12m	8:48am	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to Carlisle on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:38pm	Glasgow Central	1h 9m	4:47pm	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	8:00am	Glasgow Central	1h 8m	9:08am	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	7:07am	Glasgow Central	2h 29m	9:36am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:11am	Glasgow Central	1h 22m	8:33am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	1h 12m	8:48am	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to Carlisle on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	1h 12m	8:48am	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	8:00am	Glasgow Central	1h 8m	9:08am	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	7:07am	Glasgow Central	2h 29m	9:36am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:11am	Glasgow Central	1h 22m	8:33am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	1h 12m	8:48am	Carlisle	No tags

Next departures for Glasgow to Carlisle on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:38pm	Glasgow Central	1h 9m	4:47pm	Carlisle	Cheapest
Train	8:00am	Glasgow Central	1h 8m	9:08am	Carlisle	Fastest
Train	7:07am	Glasgow Central	2h 29m	9:36am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:11am	Glasgow Central	1h 22m	8:33am	Carlisle	No tags
Train	7:36am	Glasgow Central	1h 12m	8:48am	Carlisle	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Glasgow to Carlisle

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Carlisle. The journey takes about 1 hour 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

1h 50mAverage Duration

85 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$11 - $44	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$15 - $95	Average Duration1h 21m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$22 - $22	Average Duration1h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.2

Transpennine Express

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

ScotRail

2.5/514 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi3.4

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Glasgow to Carlisle by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Glasgow to Carlisle?
The cheapest train tickets from Glasgow to Carlisle start from $15. The average price for this train route is around $35. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Glasgow to Carlisle?
The average train ride duration from Glasgow to Carlisle is 1h 21m, covering a distance of 85 miles (137 km). The quickest train can get you there in 1h 7m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators service the Glasgow to Carlisle route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 14 trains available per day, including services from Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, ScotRail.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Glasgow to Carlisle?
The earliest train departs from Glasgow to Carlisle at 7:07am. And the latest train departs at 10:06pm.
What is the best train operator from Glasgow to Carlisle?
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 Glasgow to Carlisle?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Glasgow to Carlisle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Glasgow to Carlisle?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Transpennine Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/09

$34

12/10

$34

Today

$34

12/12

$24

12/13

$18

12/14

$19

12/15

$17

12/16

$17

The cheapest trip from Glasgow to Carlisle was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $17

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Glasgow to Carlisle, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $17 to $119 for a train ticket from Glasgow to Carlisle based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2025-12-16.