Carlisle to Falkirk by train

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Overview: trains from Carlisle to Falkirk

Find the key information for travelling by train from Carlisle to Falkirk, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 05:57 View journey
Last train 22:22 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 1hr 37m View journey
Distance (km) 135
Trains / day 25 View all
Cheapest journey US$38.50 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 9m
Train operators 8

Discover Carlisle to Falkirk by train

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Train cost between Carlisle and Falkirk

Average fares along this route:

  • The cheapest ticket price: US$38.50

  • Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:

  • Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:

Finding cheap train tickets

Booking in advance is clearly one of the easiest ways to save on tickets. Follow these other tips to find cheap train tickets for travel in Europe:

  • Opt for the basic, “no-frills” class of service (which is still sure to deliver a comfortable ride)

  • Travel with a budget train operator

  • Consider choosing a rail pass if you plan to travel extensively

  • Book off-peak fares (tickets are cheaper midweek and outside peak hours)

  • Select a non-flexible fare

  • Ride slower trains as opposed to the pricier high-speed fares

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Carlisle to Falkirk departure timetable

On this route, 25 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Carlisle at 05:57 and the last leaving at 22:17 during the week.

For weekend travel to Falkirk, the earliest departure is at 06:04 and the last one is at 22:22. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 31 minutes.

Train travel time and distance from Carlisle to Falkirk

Trains can complete this route in as little as 1 hour and 37 minutes. The total distance travelled is 135 kilometres.

Booking Carlisle to Falkirk trains in advance

Booking your Carlisle to Falkirk tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 4 and a half months before departure.

Get notified of when tickets open for travel between Carlisle and Falkirk by setting up a booking alert. We will send you an email as soon as your tickets are available for purchase.

Learn more about train travel from Carlisle to Falkirk

Refer to our help articles for more details and insights on train travel from Carlisle and beyond. Get ready for your visit with travel tips and inspiration in our Falkirk city guide.

FAQs about the train journey from Carlisle to Falkirk

Want to know more about your journey from Carlisle to Falkirk? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The train journey from Carlisle to Falkirk covers 135 kilometres in total.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.