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Aberdeen to Carlisle Train Schedule
Trip Summary
There are usually 8 daily train trips available from Aberdeen to Carlisle. Traveling by train from Aberdeen to Carlisle usually takes 4 hours and 20 minutes, but the fastest ScotRail + Connections train can make the trip in 4 hours and 3 minutes.
| Distance | 159 mi (256 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 3m |
| Lowest price | $101.76 |
| Most frequent service | ScotRail + Connections |
| Train lines | 2 |
Which train should you take from Aberdeen to Carlisle?
2 train services operate from Aberdeen to Carlisle. ScotRail + Connections usually has more trains scheduled, with 5 trips per day. That said, it's still worth comparing the prices and trip durations:
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| London North Eastern Railway + Connections | 3 | 4h 24m | $139.03 |
| ScotRail + Connections | 5 | 4h 18m | $157.66 |
London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is a privately-owned train company that operates passenger services on behalf of the UK government. LNER manages the prestigious East Coast mainline route, connecting London King's Cross Station to various cities, including Leeds, Bradford, and Hull. With a comprehensive network of 55 stations and a fleet of approximately 75 trains, LNER facilitates numerous daily journeys, offering standard and first-class ticket options.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by train from Aberdeen to Carlisle
The distance between Aberdeen and Carlisle is approximately 159 miles, or 256 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 4 hours and 20 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 3 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
Saturday tends to be the busiest day of the week with travelers taking trains from Aberdeen to Carlisle. Ticket price also tend to be more expensive on Saturday than other days. If you are hoping to have more room on the train and even save some change check out travel options on Saturday instead, as less people travel then and deals are more likely to be found.
The earliest train departs Aberdeen at 7:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 7:00pm. 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 8 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 Aberdeen.
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Station Information
Where is the train station in Aberdeen?
Main departure station: Train Station
There is one train station in Aberdeen.
All train stations in Aberdeen:
Train Station
Where is the train station in Carlisle?
Main arrival station: Carlisle Train Station
Carlisle has one train station.
All train stations in Carlisle:
Carlisle Train Station
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