Helensburgh to Carlisle train with Avanti West Coast

Wed, 05 Nov
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Helensburgh to Carlisle

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£17

Average price

£17

Fastest journey

2 h 29 m

Average duration

2 h 29 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

167 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Helensburgh to Carlisle will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Helensburgh 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 167 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 29 m .

The slowest trains will take 2 h 29 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.

Avanti West Coast
07:252h29
Helensburgh
09:54Carlisle
£171One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Helensburgh to Carlisle train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 04:01
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
ScotRail08:59 Helensburgh Central
3h05
12:04 Carlisle2 changes
ScotRail12:55 Helensburgh Central
3h10
16:05 Carlisle2 changes
ScotRail16:53 Helensburgh Central
3h12
20:05 Carlisle2 changes
ScotRail18:23 Helensburgh Central
3h07
21:30 Carlisle2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Helensburgh to Carlisle

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Trains from Helensburgh to Carlisle run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
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
167 km
Average train duration
1h 54m
Cheapest ticket price
£17
Trains per day
6
Fastest train
2h 29m
First train
06:51
Last train
22:03
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: Avanti West Coast, ScotRail from Helensburgh to Carlisle trainsAvanti West Coast, ScotRail trains will get you between Helensburgh and Carlisle from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 29m
Cheapest Price
£17
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 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

ScotRail

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 5m
Cheapest Price
£83
ScotRail frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Helensburgh to Carlisle train

FAQs: Travel by train from Helensburgh to Carlisle easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Helensburgh to Carlisle.
FAQs
The train distance from Helensburgh to Carlisle is 167 km.
Booking trains from Helensburgh to Carlisle in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Helensburgh to Carlisle covers a distance of 167 km and takes approximately 2h 29m. Trains run 6 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Helensburgh to Carlisle can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £17, while the average price tends to be around £17.
The first train from Helensburgh to Carlisle leaves at 6:51.
The cheapest way to get from Helensburgh to Carlisle is by train, costing approximately £17.
The train station in Helensburgh that goes to Carlisle is Helensburgh Central (HLC), and it arrives at Carlisle station (CAR).
The last train from Helensburgh to Carlisle departs at 22:03.
Trains from Helensburgh to Carlisle run approximately 6 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Helensburgh to Carlisle.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Helensburgh to Carlisle.
There is no night train service from Helensburgh to Carlisle.
Yes, you can take the train from Helensburgh to Carlisle.
To travel from Helensburgh to Carlisle, you can take a train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Helensburgh and Carlisle

Helensburgh
Carlisle
The major train station for departures in Helensburgh is Helensburgh Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Helensburgh Central for your trip from Helensburgh to Carlisle.
Helensburgh CentralWifiShoppingParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
address
Address
Helensburgh Central station, East Princes Street, Helensburgh, Argyll & Bute, G84 7QF
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:55 - 00:00 Sunday 07:50 - 23:45
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: News kiosk
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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: 2
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: As part of our COVID-19 response, the toilets are opened upon request. The toilets are located on the Concourse. Available during Ticket Office opening hours.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Helensburgh Central
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on East Princess Street

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