The cheapest and fastest trains from Motherwell to Carlisle
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Motherwell to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Motherwell to Carlisle will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 1 trains that leave Motherwell for Carlisle on Sat, Mar 14, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 14 the direct trains cover the 120 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
On Sat, Mar 14 the slowest trains will take 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 Motherwell to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Motherwell to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 74 miles (120 km)
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$28 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Motherwell to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Motherwell to Carlisle trains for today, Friday, March 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:52 AM Motherwell | 0h57 | 12:49 PM Carlisle | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:50 PM Motherwell | 0h55 | 3:45 PM Carlisle | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:14 PM Motherwell | 0h55 | 5:09 PM Carlisle | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:26 PM Motherwell | 1h06 | 6:32 PM Carlisle | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Motherwell to Carlisle by train or bus
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Why should you book Motherwell to Carlisle trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express or Caledonian Sleeper to find the best option for your trip from Motherwell to Carlisle.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Avanti West Coast with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Motherwell to Carlisle.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express or Caledonian Sleeper to find the best option for your trip from Motherwell to Carlisle.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Motherwell to Carlisle.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Motherwell to Carlisle
Trains from Motherwell to Carlisle run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 (€14) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 74 miles (120 km) distance in 55m.
Distance 74 miles (120 km) |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€14) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 05:48 |
Last train 22:15 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, Caledonian Sleeper from Motherwell to Carlisle trainsAvanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between Motherwell and Carlisle from $12 (€10). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
TransPennine Express
Caledonian Sleeper
first_transpennine_express
FAQs: Trains from Motherwell to Carlisle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Motherwell 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 Motherwell to Carlisle
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:15 - 00:00 Sunday 08:10 - 23:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith newsagent, PhotoMe photo booth
- Car Park: Station 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 Blue Badge parking bays: 3
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: 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, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Muir Street
- 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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