The average train between Carlisle and Largs takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 2h 26m. There is a train service every few hours from Carlisle to Largs. 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 Largs. 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 Largs at 8:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Largs. However, there are services departing from Carlisle station and arriving at Largs station via Glasgow Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.
Carlisle to Largs train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to Largs train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Largs station.
Book your Carlisle to Largs train tickets online with TransPennine Express, ScotRail and 2 other operators.
The distance between Carlisle and Largs is 157.9 km. The road distance is 230 km.
You can take a train from Carlisle to Largs via Glasgow Central in around 2h 54m.