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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Kilmarnock
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
127 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Kilmarnock is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Kilmarnock will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 1 trains that leave Carlisle for Kilmarnock on Tue, Dec 16, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 16 the direct trains cover the 127 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Tue, Dec 16 the slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Carlisle to Kilmarnock
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Kilmarnock among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €17, and a bus costs an average of €18.
Distance: 78 miles (127 km)
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€18 Average price Cheapest | €18 Average price |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration 3h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Carlisle to Kilmarnock train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Kilmarnock trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 8:22 AM Carlisle | 2h30 | 10:52 AM Kilmarnock | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Kilmarnock
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Trains from Carlisle to Kilmarnock run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:22, the last at 21:58. The fastest train covers the 78 miles (127 km) distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 78 miles (127 km) |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 05:22 |
Last train 21:58 |
Train companies: ScotRail, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express from Carlisle to Kilmarnock trainsScotRail, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Carlisle and Kilmarnock from $21 (€17). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Carlisle to Kilmarnock
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Kilmarnock by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kilmarnock, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Carlisle to Kilmarnock
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park 2
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 8.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 23:35 Saturday 06:30 - 23:35 Sunday 10:15 - 23:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. Level to platforms 1,2&3 underpass with lifts connecting platform 4. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office Blue Badge parking bays: 6
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located in Booking Hall. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: No
- 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, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the station car park, accessed via Langlands Brae
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