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Hamilton to Carlisle Train Timetable

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Trip Summary

16 trains operate daily from Hamilton to Carlisle. The train trip from Hamilton to Carlisle is usually about one hour and 52 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest ScotRail + Connections train can get you there in as little as one hour and 25 minutes.

Distance75 mi (121 km)
Fastest train1h 25m
Lowest price£10.83
Most frequent serviceScotRail + Connections
Train lines1

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Which train should you take from Hamilton to Carlisle?

ScotRail + Connections is the one and only train line which connects Hamilton to Carlisle. However, there are 16 trains per day to choose from.

TrainDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
ScotRail + Connections161h 53m£10.83
  • ScotRail is Scotland's main rail company, with destinations including Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Aberdeen. ScotRail trains now offer complimentary WiFi, as well as onboard restrooms and catering on both suburban commuter routes and intercity services.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Hamilton to Carlisle

The distance between Hamilton and Carlisle is approximately 75 miles, or 121 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 1 hour 52 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 1 hour 25 minutes. As a relatively short ride, taking the train is an easy way to travel between these two cities.

Trains departing from Hamilton to Carlisle tend to have the most passengers on Saturday. With higher demand ticket prices also tend to be higher on Saturday. If you are trying to snag a cheap train tickets or just want an emptier train you'll have better luck by booking travel departing on Saturday as the least number of people tend to travel then.

The earliest train departs Hamilton at 08:00 while the last train of the day leaves at 19:00. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.

There are 16 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.

You can also take a train for your return trip from Carlisle to Hamilton.

City Information

Station Information

Where is the train station in Hamilton?

Main departure station: Hamilton Central

There are two stations in Hamilton where you can board the train to Carlisle.

All train stations in Hamilton:

  • Hamilton Central

  • Hamilton West

Where is the train station in Carlisle?

Main arrival station: Carlisle Train Station

Carlisle has one train station.

Train stations in Carlisle:

  • Carlisle Train Station

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