The average train between Dunbar and Carlisle takes 2h 42m and the fastest train takes 1h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Dunbar to Carlisle. 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 every 3 hours between Dunbar and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 7:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dunbar is at 10:59 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 7:32 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Dunbar to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Dunbar station and arriving at Carlisle station via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.
Dunbar to Carlisle train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Dunbar station.
Dunbar to Carlisle train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Dunbar to Carlisle train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Caledonian Sleeper and 4 other operators.
The distance between Dunbar and Carlisle is 125.9 km. The road distance is 208 km.
You can take a train from Dunbar to Carlisle via Edinburgh Waverley in around 2h 29m.