The cheapest and fastest trains from Dundee to Carlisle
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
174 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dundee to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dundee to Carlisle will cost around $38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 1 trains that leave Dundee for Carlisle on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 174 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 55 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 Dundee to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dundee to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €9, and a train costs an average of €30.
Distance: 108 miles (174 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€58 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest |
2h 56m Average total duration Fastest 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Dundee to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Dundee to Carlisle trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:09 AM Dundee | 2h55 | 1:04 PM Carlisle | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dundee to Carlisle
Trains from Dundee to Carlisle run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€30) but you can travel from only $12 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (174 km) distance in 2h 31m.
Distance 108 miles (174 km) |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 (€30) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 31m |
First train 05:48 |
Last train 21:07 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country from Dundee to Carlisle trainsCrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Caledonian Sleeper, Cross Country trains will get you between Dundee and Carlisle from $12 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ScotRail
Caledonian Sleeper
Cross Country
FAQs: Trains from Dundee to Carlisle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dundee 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 Dundee to Carlisle
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 19:30 Saturday 06:25 - 19:30 Sunday 08:30 - 19:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent. PhotoMe photo booth.
- Car Park: Short Stay Car Park
- 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 all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Ticket Office
- 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: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the platform. Radar - National Key Scheme
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- 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, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off from the layby on Riverside Drive, 200 yards from the station entrance
- 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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