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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Aberdeen to Carlisle
Cheapest price
£173
Average price
£173
Fastest journey
4 h 17 m
Average duration
4 h 17 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
255 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aberdeen to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdeen to Carlisle will cost around £173 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £173.
Of the 1 trains that leave Aberdeen for Carlisle every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 255 km distance in an average of 4 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 17 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.
9:474h17Aberdeen14:04Carlisle£1731One-way0 changes
- 9:474h17Aberdeen14:04Carlisle£1731One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Aberdeen to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdeen to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £148.
Distance: 255 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£76 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest | £391 Average Price |
4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 20m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 7m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Aberdeen to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdeen to Carlisle trains for today, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 22:24 Aberdeen | 13h08 | 11:32 Carlisle | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Aberdeen to Carlisle by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aberdeen to Carlisle
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Aberdeen to Carlisle run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 19:53. The fastest train covers the 255 km distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 255 km |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 5:57 |
Last train 19:53 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, ScotRail from Aberdeen to Carlisle trainsLondon North Eastern Railway, CrossCountry, Scotrail, London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, ScotRail trains will get you between Aberdeen and Carlisle from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Aberdeen to Carlisle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdeen 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
Important Stations and Airports in Aberdeen and Carlisle
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via College Street.
- The Silver Darling
- Moonfish Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.30
- Residence Inn Aberdeen
- Hilton Aberdeen TECA
- Jurys Inn Aberdeen
- Located in the main concourse
- 80 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: ScotRail services
- National Rail services
ShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park 2
- 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 8.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station
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