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Trains from Kilmarnock (KMK) to Carlisle (CAR)

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20

train journeys
per day

79

miles (127 kms)

1hrs 42 mins

fastest journey

05:22 / 23:57

first / last train

7

direct trains

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Kilmarnock (KMK) to Carlisle (CAR)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Kilmarnock and Carlisle , with 7 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 13 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Kilmarnock to Carlisle is approximately 79 miles (127 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 2hrs 25 mins.

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Kilmarnock and Carlisle.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Kilmarnock to Carlisle. The fastest journey time on this route takes 1hrs 42 mins.

Journeys from Kilmarnock to Carlisle Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:22
    3 hrs 1 change
    08:22
    Kilmarnock
    Carlisle
    Kilmarnock to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    06:52
    2 hrs 14 mins 1 change
    09:06
    Kilmarnock
    Carlisle
    Kilmarnock to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    07:53
    1 hrs 46 mins Direct
    09:39
    Kilmarnock
    Carlisle
    Kilmarnock to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    07:54
    2 hrs 38 mins 1 change
    10:32
    Kilmarnock
    Carlisle
    Kilmarnock to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    08:58
    2 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    11:20
    Kilmarnock
    Carlisle
    Kilmarnock to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    09:59
    1 hrs 43 mins Direct
    11:42
    Kilmarnock
    Carlisle
    Kilmarnock to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    11:00
    2 hrs 9 mins 1 change
    13:09
    Kilmarnock
    Carlisle
    Kilmarnock to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    11:54
    1 hrs 43 mins Direct
    13:37
    Kilmarnock
    Carlisle
    Kilmarnock to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    11:56
    2 hrs 15 mins 1 change
    14:11
    Kilmarnock
    Carlisle
    Kilmarnock to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    13:03
    2 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    15:19
    Kilmarnock
    Carlisle
    Kilmarnock to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    13:57
    1 hrs 42 mins Direct
    15:39
    Kilmarnock
    Carlisle
    Kilmarnock to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    13:59
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    16:29
    Kilmarnock
    Carlisle
    Kilmarnock to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    14:28
    2 hrs 40 mins 1 change
    17:08
    Kilmarnock
    Carlisle
    Kilmarnock to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    15:53
    1 hrs 51 mins Direct
    17:44
    Kilmarnock
    Carlisle
    Kilmarnock to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    15:59
    2 hrs 22 mins 1 change
    18:21
    Kilmarnock
    Carlisle
    Kilmarnock to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    16:55
    1 hrs 43 mins Direct
    18:38
    Kilmarnock
    Carlisle
    Kilmarnock to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    17:59
    3 hrs 32 mins 2 changes
    21:31
    Kilmarnock
    Carlisle
    Kilmarnock to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    19:53
    1 hrs 46 mins Direct
    21:39
    Kilmarnock
    Carlisle
    Kilmarnock to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    21:58
    1 hrs 46 mins 1 change
    23:44
    Kilmarnock
    Carlisle
    Kilmarnock to Carlisle
  • Mon 6th May
    22:53
    6 hrs 41 mins 1 change
    05:34
    Kilmarnock
    Carlisle
    Kilmarnock to Carlisle

About Kilmarnock Station

Station name Kilmarnock (KMK)
Address Kilmarnock station, Hill Street, Kilmarnock, East Ayrshire, KA1 2AF
Managed by SR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 23:35
Saturday 06:30 - 23:35
Sunday 10:15 - 23:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Carlisle Station

Station name Carlisle (CAR)
Address Carlisle station, Court Square, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1QZ
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:00 - 20:00
Saturday 05:00 - 20:00
Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Kilmarnock and Carlisle

The travel time between Kilmarnock and Carlisle by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 2hrs 25 mins & the fastest journey takes 1hrs 42 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Kilmarnock and Carlisle vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:22, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:57.

First class tickets on trains between Kilmarnock and Carlisle typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Kilmarnock and Carlisle can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 7 direct services per day from Kilmarnock to Carlisle

ScotRail, Avanti West Coast, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Kilmarnock and Carlisle.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Kilmarnock and Carlisle, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.