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Motherwell to Carlisle Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Motherwell to Carlisle, starting from £9.80 and averaging £10.50. The entire journey takes no more than 55m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
11:25 1h 5m, Direct Motherwell	12:30 Carlisle	Find Tickets
11:52 56m, Direct Motherwell	12:48 Carlisle	Find Tickets
12:13 57m, Direct Motherwell	13:10 Carlisle	Find Tickets
12:21 1h 6m, Direct Motherwell	13:27 Carlisle	Find Tickets
13:25 1h 5m, Direct Motherwell	14:30 Carlisle	Find Tickets
13:50 56m, Direct Motherwell	14:46 Paris	Find Tickets

Motherwell to Carlisle Train Route Details

First train

05:48

Last train

23:49

Departure station

Motherwell

Arrival station

Carlisle

Journey time

55m

Distance

121 km

Price

£9.80*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Motherwell to Carlisle

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Motherwell to Carlisle during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Motherwell to Carlisle for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Motherwell to Carlisle, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Motherwell to Carlisle more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Motherwell to Carlisle train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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