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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Dunbar to Carlisle
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$121
Fastest journey
1 h 58 m
Average duration
2 h 6 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
126 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dunbar to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dunbar to Carlisle will cost around $121 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
It's difficult to get from Dunbar to Carlisle without transferring at least once.
9:33 AM3h10Dunbar12:43 PMCarlisle$771One-way1 transfer- 10:33 AM3h13Dunbar1:46 PMCarlisle$771One-way1 transfer
- 12:33 PM3h15Dunbar3:48 PMCarlisle$771One-way1 transfer
- 2:33 PM3h23Dunbar5:56 PMCarlisle$771One-way1 transfer
- 4:33 PM3h10Dunbar7:43 PMCarlisle$771One-way1 transfer
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7:32 AM1h58Dunbar9:30 AMCarlisle$1421One-way1 transfer- 8:07 AM1h58Dunbar10:05 AMCarlisle$2091One-way1 transfer
- 7:33 PM1h58Dunbar9:31 PMCarlisle$891One-way1 transfer
11:48 AM2h17Dunbar2:05 PMCarlisle$1691One-way1 transfer
5:14 PM2h18Dunbar7:32 PMCarlisle$861One-way1 transfer
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Compare train for Dunbar to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dunbar to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $74. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $74, and a train costs an average of $74.
Distance: 78 miles (126 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$74 Average price Cheapest | $36 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $74 (€61) compared to roughly $36 (€30) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-37.44 (€-30.64). The journey takes 3h 10m versus 2h 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Dunbar to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Dunbar to Carlisle trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:52 AM Dunbar | 3h49 | 1:41 PM Carlisle | 1 transfer | |
| 9:59 AM Dunbar | 2h06 | 12:05 PM Carlisle | 1 transfer | |
| 11:42 AM Dunbar | 1h49 | 1:31 PM Carlisle | 1 transfer | |
| 12:26 PM Dunbar | 3h16 | 3:42 PM Carlisle | 1 transfer | |
| 12:39 PM Dunbar | 2h52 | 3:31 PM Carlisle | 1 transfer | |
| 1:52 PM Dunbar | 3h49 | 5:41 PM Carlisle | 1 transfer | |
| 2:39 PM Dunbar | 2h54 | 5:33 PM Carlisle | 1 transfer | |
| 3:49 PM Dunbar | 2h16 | 6:05 PM Carlisle | 1 transfer | |
| 3:52 PM Dunbar | 3h49 | 7:41 PM Carlisle | 1 transfer | |
| 4:39 PM Dunbar | 2h55 | 7:34 PM Carlisle | 1 transfer | |
| 6:26 PM Dunbar | 3h15 | 9:41 PM Carlisle | 1 transfer | |
| 7:22 PM Dunbar | 3h19 | 10:41 PM Carlisle | 1 transfer | |
| 7:48 PM Dunbar | 1h45 | 9:33 PM Carlisle | 1 transfer | |
| 9:29 PM Dunbar | 9h46 | 7:15 AM Carlisle | 1 transfer | |
| 10:59 PM Dunbar | 3h29 | 2:28 AM Carlisle | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dunbar to Carlisle
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Trains from Dunbar to Carlisle run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 (€61) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 19:33. The fastest train covers the 78 miles (126 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 78 miles (126 km) |
Average train duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€61) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 5:54 AM |
Last train 7:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, ScotRail, TransPennine Express from Dunbar to Carlisle trainsLondon North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), Cross Country, ScotRail, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Dunbar and Carlisle from $74 (€61). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER)
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TransPennine Express
FAQs: Trains from Dunbar to Carlisle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dunbar to Carlisle 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 Carlisle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dunbar to Carlisle
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:55 - 21:30 Saturday 06:25 - 20:40 Sunday 11:15 - 21:30
- Car Park: Short stay
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to single platform. 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 taxis: Staff members telephone Taxi firm for customers, arrive within a few minutes
- 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 the Booking Hall. The toilet facilities are only available during Ticket Office opening hours
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Part of ticket office building
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Within car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
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TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
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
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