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Carlisle to Kilmarnock Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Carlisle to Kilmarnock, starting from AU$24.22 and averaging AU$29.27. The entire journey takes no more than 1h 44m. 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
12:15 2h 33m, Changes required Carlisle	14:48 Kilmarnock	Find Tickets
13:11 1h 44m, Direct Carlisle	14:55 Kilmarnock	Find Tickets
13:18 2h 32m, Changes required Carlisle	15:50 Kilmarnock	Find Tickets
14:03 2h 45m, Changes required Carlisle	16:48 Kilmarnock	Find Tickets
15:17 2h 32m, Changes required Carlisle	17:49 Kilmarnock	Find Tickets
16:12 2h 37m, Changes required Carlisle	18:49 Paris	Find Tickets

Carlisle to Kilmarnock Train Route Details

First train

12:15

Last train

22:53

Departure station

Carlisle

Arrival station

Kilmarnock

Journey time

1h 44m

Distance

128 km

Price

AU$24.22*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Carlisle to Kilmarnock

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Carlisle to Kilmarnock 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 Carlisle to Kilmarnock 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 for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Carlisle to Kilmarnock, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Carlisle to Kilmarnock ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Carlisle to Kilmarnock train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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