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13:491h12Carlisle15:01Glasgow£101One-way0 changes- 8:221h20Carlisle9:42Glasgow£111One-way0 changes
- 6:051h55Carlisle8:00Glasgow£121One-way0 changes
- 9:221h20Carlisle10:42Glasgow£131One-way0 changes
11:152h22Carlisle13:37Glasgow£261One-way0 changes
- 9:501h11Carlisle11:01Glasgow£271One-way0 changes
- 13:491h12Carlisle15:01Glasgow£101One-way0 changes
- 9:221h20Carlisle10:42Glasgow£131One-way0 changes
- 8:221h20Carlisle9:42Glasgow£111One-way0 changes
13:241h24Carlisle14:48Glasgow£261One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Carlisle to Glasgow
The cheapest option from Carlisle to Glasgow is coach, with an average price of £11. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Glasgow among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.
Distance: 136 km
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2h 13m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 26m Average total duration 1h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Carlisle to Glasgow train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Glasgow trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W85171 | On time 11:34 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h20 | 12:54 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33357 | On time 12:08 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h17 | 13:25 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85172 | On time 12:14 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h22 | 13:36 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33349 | On time 12:54 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h16 | 14:10 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C14711 | On time 13:11 Carlisle station (CAR) | 2h32 | 15:43 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85180 | On time 13:18 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h26 | 14:44 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33144 | On time 13:54 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h13 | 15:07 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33217 | On time 14:03 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h16 | 15:19 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33089 | On time 14:53 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h13 | 16:06 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85189 | On time 15:17 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h26 | 16:43 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33297 | On time 15:50 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h17 | 17:07 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33378 | On time 16:03 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h15 | 17:18 Glasgow Central (GLC) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 6 July | |||||
| 6:05 Carlisle | 1h55 | 8:00 Glasgow | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Glasgow
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Typically, there are 6 trains per day from Carlisle to Glasgow, including 6 direct trains, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 136 km distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 136 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Lowest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 4:22 |
Last train 22:54 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Scotrail, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail, TransPennine Express from Carlisle to Glasgow trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Scotrail, Caledonian Sleeper, ScotRail, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Carlisle and Glasgow from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Carlisle to Glasgow train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Glasgow 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 Glasgow, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Glasgow
Most Carlisle to Glasgow trains use the Carlisle to Glasgow Central station pair, with some services arriving at Glasgow Queen Street. Use this guide to compare Carlisle and Glasgow train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Carlisle station do trains to Glasgow leave from?
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.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. 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 Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: 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 Information Desk on Concourse, 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: No.
Getting to Exhibition Centre from Glasgow city centre
Exhibition Centre is 1 km from Glasgow city centre. Public transport options include:
Exhibition Centre train station facilities and services
Exhibition Centre has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Exhibition Centre.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Exhibition Centre.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Exhibition Centre. 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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Exhibition Centre: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Exhibition Centre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Exhibition Centre: 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 both platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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