Carlisle to Polmont train with TransPennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Polmont

Showing times and prices for 20 Dec

Cheapest price

£58

Average price

£79

Fastest journey

1 h 38 m

Average duration

1 h 41 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

131 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Polmont is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Carlisle to Polmont will cost around £79 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £58.

Fast trains

To travel from Carlisle to Polmont you need to make at least one change.

TransPennine Express Service
08:171h46
Carlisle
10:03Polmont
£581One-way
1 change
TransPennine Express Service
10:171h38
Carlisle
11:55Polmont
£581One-way
1 change
TransPennine Express Service
12:101h42
Carlisle
13:52Polmont
£581One-way
1 change
Avanti West Coast
09:021h39
Carlisle
10:41Polmont
£1101One-way
1 change
Avanti West Coast
11:021h38
Carlisle
12:40Polmont
£1101One-way
1 change

Live departures

Carlisle to Polmont train times

The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Polmont trains for today, Friday 19 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 10:44
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
avanti_west_coast11:02 Carlisle
1h37
12:39 Polmont1 change
first_transpennine_express12:10 Carlisle
1h55
14:05 Polmont1 change
Saturday 20 December
first_transpennine_express08:17 Carlisle
1h46
10:03 Polmont1 change
avanti_west_coast09:02 Carlisle
1h39
10:41 Polmont1 change
first_transpennine_express10:17 Carlisle
1h38
11:55 Polmont1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Carlisle to Polmont

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Trains from Carlisle to Polmont run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 05:40, the last at 22:18. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 1h 31m.

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
Distance
131 km
Average train duration
1h 36m
Cheapest ticket price
£59
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
1h 31m
First train
05:40
Last train
22:18
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

Train companies: TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, Avanti West Coast from Carlisle to Polmont trainsTransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Carlisle and Polmont from £59. 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 Duration
2h 29m
Cheapest Price
£33
TransPennine Express frequency
3 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

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 Duration
1h 31m
Cheapest Price
£111
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

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 38m
Cheapest Price
£59
first_transpennine_express frequency
6 a day

FAQs: Carlisle to Polmont train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Polmont 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 Polmont, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
To fully explore Polmont and its nearby attractions, plan for a stay of 1 to 2 days. This allows time to visit local sites and enjoy the surrounding area.
The train distance from Carlisle to Polmont is 131 km.
The train journey from Carlisle to Polmont offers scenic views of rolling countryside, picturesque villages, and the striking landscapes of the Scottish Borders, making it a visually appealing route.
The train journey from Carlisle to Polmont covers a distance of 131 km and takes approximately 1h 31m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Carlisle to Polmont leaves at 5:40.
To get from Carlisle to Polmont, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The last train from Carlisle to Polmont departs at 22:18.
Trains from Carlisle to Polmont run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Carlisle to Polmont.
There is no night train service from Carlisle to Polmont.
Booking trains from Carlisle to Polmont in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Carlisle to Polmont can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £59, while the average price tends to be around £83.
The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Polmont is by train, costing approximately £59.
The train station in Carlisle that goes to Polmont is Carlisle station (CAR), and it arrives at Polmont station (PMT).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Carlisle to Polmont.
Yes, you can take the train from Carlisle to Polmont.
Yes, a day trip from Carlisle to Polmont is feasible with a journey time of 1h 31m and a distance of 131 km. The frequency is 5 per day for trains.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Polmont

Carlisle
Polmont
The major train station for departures in Carlisle is Carlisle. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Carlisle for your trip from Carlisle to Polmont.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park 2
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 8.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Carlisle
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station

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