How much does a train ticket from Carlisle to Edinburgh cost?

The average train ticket price from Carlisle to Edinburgh is $46. The best way to find train tickets from Carlisle to Edinburgh is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Carlisle to Edinburgh?

A train trip between Carlisle and Edinburgh is around 1h 20m, although the fastest train will take about 1h 13m. This is the time it takes to travel the 74 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Carlisle and Edinburgh?

The number of trains from Carlisle to Edinburgh can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 9. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Carlisle to Edinburgh by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Carlisle to Edinburgh?

When taking the train from Carlisle to Edinburgh, you can travel comfortably and safely with Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast.

What are the best sights and things to do in Edinburgh?

Once in Edinburgh, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Rosslyn Chapel, Festival Theatre, Edinburgh Zoo, The Edinburgh Dungeon, Old Town.

Train Carlisle to Edinburgh from $15

Next departures

Next departures for Carlisle to Edinburgh on October 4
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
5:05pm	Carlisle	1h 16m	6:21pm	Waverley	Cheapest
3:02pm	Carlisle	1h 16m	4:18pm	Waverley	Fastest
1:01pm	Carlisle	1h 19m	2:20pm	Waverley	No tags
4:16pm	Carlisle	1h 22m	5:38pm	Waverley	No tags
1:01pm	Carlisle	1h 19m	2:20pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Carlisle to Edinburgh on October 5
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
1:05pm	Carlisle	1h 17m	2:22pm	Waverley	Cheapest
1:05pm	Carlisle	1h 17m	2:22pm	Waverley	Fastest
2:18pm	Carlisle	1h 21m	3:39pm	Waverley	No tags
3:03pm	Carlisle	1h 17m	4:20pm	Waverley	No tags
2:18pm	Carlisle	1h 21m	3:39pm	Waverley	No tags

Next departures for Carlisle to Edinburgh on October 6
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
7:07pm	Carlisle	1h 17m	8:24pm	Waverley	Cheapest
9:02am	Carlisle	1h 16m	10:18am	Waverley	Fastest
8:16am	Carlisle	1h 25m	9:41am	Waverley	No tags
9:02am	Carlisle	1h 16m	10:18am	Waverley	No tags
8:16am	Carlisle	1h 25m	9:41am	Waverley	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:01 AM BST.

Compare 3 ways to go from Carlisle to Edinburgh.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$13 - $48	Average Duration4h 43m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$16 - $178	Average Duration1h 20m	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Fastest
Carpool	Average Price$17 - $17	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends carpooling from Carlisle to Edinburgh

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Edinburgh. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just $17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

2hAverage Duration

$17Cheapest ticket

5kgCO₂ emissions

Train Carlisle to Edinburgh: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$46

Average train trip duration1h 20m

Number of daily trains9

Earliest train departure8:16am

Distance74 miles (119 km)

Latest train departure10:22pm

Train Companies

Transpennine Express

3.5/519 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.2

Train and bus companies in GB:RegioJet, FlixTrain, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Northern, Transpennine Express, London North Eastern Railway

Carlisle to Edinburgh Train

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Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

10/02

No data

10/03

$18

Today

$21

10/05

$27

10/06

$18

10/07

$15

10/08

$15

10/09

$15

The cheapest trip from Carlisle to Edinburgh was searched and found on Oct 7, 2025 with a price of $15

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Carlisle to Edinburgh, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $15 to $168 for a train ticket from Carlisle to Edinburgh based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-10-07.

Usually Avanti West Coast will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Carlisle and Edinburgh is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Edinburgh.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Edinburgh, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Carlisle and Edinburgh compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Carlisle to Edinburgh while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

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