The average train between Carlisle and Dunblane takes 2h 26m and the fastest train takes 2h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Carlisle to Dunblane. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Carlisle and Dunblane. The earliest departure is at 8:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 10:17 PM which arrives into Dunblane at 12:39 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Dunblane. However, there are services departing from Carlisle station and arriving at Dunblane station via Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.
Carlisle to Dunblane train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to Dunblane train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Dunblane station.
Book your Carlisle to Dunblane train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, ScotRail and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Carlisle and Dunblane is 157.6 km. The road distance is 224 km.
You can take a train from Carlisle to Dunblane via Haymarket in around 2h 26m.