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The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Motherwell
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 20 Sept
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£22
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£22
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
1 h 3 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
1 h 3 m
Trains on 20 Sept
1
Distance
120 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Motherwell is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Motherwell will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Fast trains
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 1 trains from Carlisle to Motherwell, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 120 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 3 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.
W8517111:341h03Carlisle station (CAR)12:37Motherwell station (MTH)£221One-way0 changes
- W8517111:341h03Carlisle station (CAR)12:37Motherwell station (MTH)£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Carlisle to Motherwell
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Motherwell among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £13, while a train costs an average of £26.
Distance: 120 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£26 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £23 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 54m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Carlisle to Motherwell is a coach with an average price of £13.
This is compared to other travel options from Carlisle to Motherwell:
A coach is £13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Carlisle to Motherwell costing on average £26.
The fastest way to travel from Carlisle to Motherwell is by train with an average journey time of 1h 24m.
Other travel options to Motherwell take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 36m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Carlisle and Motherwell including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (1h 24m by train vs 1h 27m by car). Tickets start at around £26 compared to roughly £23 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Transpennine Express, Lumo, Avanti West Coast.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Transpennine Express as well as Lumo or Avanti West Coast offer trains services from Carlisle to Motherwell.
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Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Lumo or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Carlisle to Motherwell.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Lumo or Avanti West Coast to find the best option for your trip from Carlisle to Motherwell.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Carlisle to Motherwell.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Motherwell
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Carlisle to Motherwell run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 120 km distance in 57m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10
Distance 120 km |
Average train duration 1h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 57m |
First train 5:34 |
Last train 22:15 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £10
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Lumo, Avanti West Coast from Carlisle to Motherwell trainsTranspennine Express, Lumo, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Carlisle and Motherwell from £10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transpennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
1h 3m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£26
Transpennine Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Lumo
About
Lumo are an open access operator launched in 2021 owned by FirstGroup providing train travel from London to Scotland and the North-East of England. It runs between London and Edinburgh along the East Coast Main Line. Lumo trains offer 100% electric travel along with amenities like comforable seating, free WiFi & their LumoEats at-seat catering in their single Standard Class. Lumo offered two ticket types their advance tickets LumoFixed which are only valid on the date and train booked but are exchangeable prior to departure and their Anytime tickets which can be used on any Lumo train on the date of your ticket.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Lumo Duration
1h 5m
Cheapest Lumo Price
£16
Lumo frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one piece of hold luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class includes complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included with all tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs on leads allowed with fee
Quiet zone
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
57m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
£18
Avanti West Coast frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Motherwell
Things to do in Motherwell
Discover the best of Motherwell — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Motherwell trip today.
- Recommended
North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre
Museum set in grand country-house rooms with collections on local history, decorative arts and the people of North Lanarkshire.
- Recommended
New Lanark Visitor Centre
Museum and visitor centre at New Lanark exploring cotton-mill life, social reform and village history. It makes an excellent heritage day trip from Motherwell.
- Must visit
Strathclyde Country Park
Large country park with woodland walks, wildlife, formal grounds and a Japanese garden. It is one of the area’s best places for a relaxed outdoor visit.
- Recommended
Dalzell Estate
Historic estate park with riverside paths, ornamental gardens and woodland. It offers peaceful walks and easy access to Dalzell House.
- Recommended
Barons Haugh Nature Reserve
Lochside park with walking routes, birdlife and broad views. It is a local favourite for a gentle stroll close to the town centre.
- Gluten-free
Scotch Broth
A hearty Scottish soup of lentils, root vegetables and usually ham or mutton. It is a staple home-cooked dish across Lanarkshire and the wider Central Belt.
Mince and Tatties
Minced beef in rich gravy topped with mashed potatoes and baked until golden. A familiar comfort dish in Scottish homes and traditional pubs.
Haggis
Savoury minced offal, oats, suet and spices cooked in a casing. Scotland’s national dish is widely eaten on Burns Night and year-round.
Da Claudio
Traditional Italian restaurant known for pasta, pizza and classic mains in a relaxed family setting popular with locals.
The Grill at Dakota
Modern bar and grill at Dakota Eurocentral with polished interiors, steaks and classic Scottish-influenced dishes in a smart atmosphere.
Bombay Palace
Well-known local Indian restaurant serving curries, tandoori dishes and takeaway favourites in an unfussy setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Meals and coffee are reasonable, while hotels often cost less than in Glasgow or Edinburgh. Local rail and bus costs are manageable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.80-4 for a cappuccino or similar coffee.
Tipping culture
Restaurants often add no service charge, so 10-12.5% is polite for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. Tipping in cafés is optional.
FAQs: Carlisle to Motherwell train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Motherwell 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 Motherwell, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Carlisle to Motherwell can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £16, while the average price tends to be around £26.
The train journey from Carlisle to Motherwell covers a distance of 120 km and takes approximately 57m. Trains run 9 per day.
The train distance from Carlisle to Motherwell is 120 km.
The first train from Carlisle to Motherwell leaves at 5:34.
The last train from Carlisle to Motherwell departs at 22:15.
Trains from Carlisle to Motherwell run approximately 9 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Carlisle to Motherwell.
Yes, there is a direct train between Carlisle and Motherwell. The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Transpennine Express, Lumo, Avanti West Coast.
To get from Carlisle to Motherwell, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Carlisle to Motherwell.
The train station in Carlisle that goes to Motherwell is Carlisle station (CAR), and it arrives at Motherwell station (MTH).
The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Motherwell is by coach, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from Carlisle to Motherwell in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Carlisle to Motherwell is considered scenic, as it passes through picturesque landscapes, including rolling hills and charming countryside, offering passengers a visual treat along the way.
Yes, a day trip from Carlisle to Motherwell is feasible with a travel time of 57m and a distance of 120 km. Trains run 6 times per day.
A visit to Motherwell can typically be enjoyed in 1 to 2 days, allowing enough time to explore local attractions such as Strathclyde Country Park and the Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility.
Yes, you can take the train from Carlisle to Motherwell.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Motherwell
Most Carlisle to Motherwell trains use the Carlisle to Motherwell station pair. Use this guide to compare Carlisle and Motherwell train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Carlisle
Arrival train stations in Motherwell
Which Carlisle station do trains to Motherwell leave from?
Trains from Carlisle to Motherwell leave from Carlisle. The station is 1 km from Carlisle city centre at Carlisle station, Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ.
CarlisleCarlisle station, Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ
City-centre transport
Getting to Carlisle from Carlisle city centre
Bus67, 63, 63A, 61, 62, 64 · 5m · £8 · every ~50 min
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.
Which Motherwell station do trains from Carlisle arrive at?
Trains from Carlisle to Motherwell arrive at Motherwell. Motherwell is from Motherwell city centre.
MotherwellMotherwell station, Muir Street, Motherwell, North Lanarkshire, ML1 1BL
City-centre transport
Getting to Motherwell from Motherwell city centre
Bus242, 209, 211, 240, 291 · 3m · £2 · every ~28 min
Motherwell train station facilities and services
Motherwell has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Motherwell.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Motherwell.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Motherwell. 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 Motherwell: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Motherwell: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Motherwell: 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 Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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