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Trip Overview

The average train between Carlisle and Cardross takes 2h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h. There is an hourly train service from Carlisle to Cardross. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 32m
Duration
118 mi
Distance
£47
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Carlisle to Cardross train times

Trains run hourly between Carlisle and Cardross. The earliest departure is at 5:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 10:54 PM which arrives into Cardross at 7:35 AM. All services require a transfer at Glasgow Central and take an average of 2h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail2h 10m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastScotRailScotRail2h 18m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail2h 16m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastScotRailScotRail2h 4m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperScotRailScotRail2h 56m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail2h 48m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastScotRailScotRail2h 40m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastScotRailScotRail2h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperScotRailScotRail2h 56m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail2h 48m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastScotRailScotRail2h 40m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastScotRailScotRail2h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperScotRailScotRail2h 56m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail2h 48m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastScotRailScotRail2h 40m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastScotRailScotRail2h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperScotRailScotRail2h 56m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail2h 47m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastScotRailScotRail2h 40m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail2h 22m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail2h 33m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail2h 22m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastScotRailScotRail2h 13m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastScotRailScotRail2h 14m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Caledonian SleeperScotRailScotRail2h 55m • 2 changes
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    TransPennine ExpressScotRailScotRail2h 48m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastScotRailScotRail2h 40m • 2 changes
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    Avanti West CoastScotRailScotRail2h 14m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carlisle to Cardross? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Carlisle to Cardross.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 118.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 32m

What companies run services between Carlisle, England and Cardross, Scotland?

You can take a train from Carlisle to Cardross via Glasgow Central, Glasgow Central Low Level, and Hyndland in around 2h 14m.

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