Carlisle to Dundee by train

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Overview: trains from Carlisle to Dundee

Find the key information for travelling by train from Carlisle to Dundee, 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 21:38 View journey
Avg changes 1
Fastest journey 2hr 22m View journey
Distance (km) 174
Trains / day 49 View all
Cheapest journey €25.04 View journey
Avg journey time 2hr 54m
Train operators 9

Carlisle to Dundee train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Carlisle to Dundee by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Carlisle to Dundee take around 2 hours and 22 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 174 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Carlisle is scheduled to depart at around  05:57. The last departure is usually at around 21:06 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Carlisle at around 08:11, with the last train leaving at around 21:38. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 49 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 4 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €25.04.

We think any time is a great time to visit Dundee, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Dundee.

Is there a direct train from Carlisle to Dundee?

The journey between Carlisle and Dundee usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Carlisle to Dundee every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Carlisle to Dundee?

The Carlisle to Dundee train travel takes about 2 hours and 22 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Carlisle to Dundee train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Dundee leaving Carlisle at around 05:57 and the last train leaving at around 21:06 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Carlisle at around 08:11, with the final departure at 21:38.

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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.