The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 20 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.
To travel from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath you need to make at least one change.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Carlisle to Cowdenbeath
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, and a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 138 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£86 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 38m Average total duration 9h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Carlisle to Cowdenbeath train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Cowdenbeath trains for tomorrow, Saturday 21 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:21 Carlisle | 2h21 | 14:42 Cowdenbeath | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:05 Carlisle | 2h32 | 15:37 Cowdenbeath | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:18 Carlisle | 2h20 | 16:38 Cowdenbeath | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:03 Carlisle | 2h32 | 17:35 Cowdenbeath | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:17 Carlisle | 2h20 | 18:37 Cowdenbeath | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Carlisle to Cowdenbeath by train or coach
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Why should you book Carlisle to Cowdenbeath trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Caledonian Sleeper or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Avanti West Coast with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Caledonian Sleeper or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath
Trains from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:30, the last at 11:54. The fastest train covers the 138 km distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 138 km |
Average train duration 1h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 07:30 |
Last train 11:54 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath trainsAvanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Carlisle and Cowdenbeath from £24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
Caledonian Sleeper
TransPennine Express
FAQs: Carlisle to Cowdenbeath train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Cowdenbeath 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 Cowdenbeath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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