Trains from Carlisle Train Station
to Inverness
From £28.00
Carlisle Train Station to Invernessby train on average takes 5 hrs 8 mins
Carlisle Train Station to Inverness one way only
Cheapest Advance Single
from £28.00
* Cheapest Advanced Single available when booked 9 weeks in advance
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- Trains depart every 80 minutes
- First train leaves Carlisle Train Station at 06:50
- Last train leaves Carlisle Train Station at 18:18
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Carlisle to Inverness train times
| Last updated: 04:31:02
| Departs | Arrives | Train | Duration | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
06:50 Carlisle On Time | 12:06 Inverness On Time | Anytime Single, TransPennine Express | 5h 16m, 2 changes | ||
08:16 Carlisle On Time | 13:25 Inverness On Time | Anytime Single, TransPennine Express | 5h 9m, 2 changes | ||
09:02 Carlisle On Time | 14:16 Inverness On Time | Anytime Single, Avanti West Coast | 5h 14m, 1 change | ||
10:16 Carlisle On Time | 15:29 Inverness On Time | Anytime Single, TransPennine Express | 5h 13m, 2 changes | ||
12:10 Carlisle On Time | 17:02 Inverness On Time | Anytime Single, TransPennine Express | 4h 52m, 1 change |
Carlisle Train Station facilities
- Ticket office
- Ticket OfficeYes
- Prepurchase CollectionYes
- Ticket MachineYes
- Smartcard IssuedNo
- Smartcard TopupTicket Office: Yes
Ticket Machine: Yes - Smartcard ValidatorYes
- Smartcard Comments
Validators on gates only. Ticket machines and booking office for pre purchased collection and only ticket machines for purchase
- Penalty FaresPenalty fares apply for VT
- Facilities
- Car ParkYes
- Seated AreaYes
- Waiting RoomYes
Seating available on all platforms with waiting rooms throughout.
- TrolleysYes
- Refreshment FacilitiesYes
- ToiletsYes
The accessible toilets are located on Platforms 4/6; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A Changing Places toilet is available at this station. Toilets are open 24/7
- Accessible toiletsNo
- Baby ChangeYes
- TelephonesYes
- Wi Fi
- Post BoxYes
- Atm MachineYes
- ShopsYes
Newsagent
- Rail replacement locations
Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station
ScotRail only - The Crescent Bus Stop, please note the rail replacement bus stop on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 June will be Warwick Road, outside the Halston Hotel.
- CCTVYes
- Toilets
- AvailableYes
- Location
The accessible toilets are located on Platforms 4/6; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A Changing Places toilet is available at this station. Toilets are open 24/7
- Accessible toiletsNo
- Staffing and customer services
- Staffing LevelFull time
- Lost propertyYes
- Contact Detailshttps://www.nationalrail.co.uk/
- AvailableYes
- Operator Name
- Information Available From StaffYes - from help point
Yes - from information point
Yes - from ticket office - Passenger Information SystemsDeparture Screens
Arrival Screens
Announcements - Customer Help PointsYes
Audio announcements are broadcast throughout the station giving information about train running, platforms, security and safety announcements.
Customer information screens are provided on the station concourse, displaying train running information, and on each platform showing the next train and service information.
- Ticket gatesNo
- Parking
- Car Park 1
Notes
For information on how to get to the car park, plus work out the cost of your stay visit the Avanti West Coast website
Different rates apply to non rail users, please speak to a member of staff.
Operator Name: Avanti West Coast
Name: Station Car Park
Spaces: 160
Number Accessible Spaces: 10
Accessible Spaces Note:Eco friendly car hire available from this station. Click here for more information.
Accessible Car Park Equipment: Yes
Cctv: YesWebsite
https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/Opening Times
Mon-Sun 24hCharges
Daily: £12.50
Monthly: £166.00
Three Monthly: £374.00
Annual: £1,200.00
Saturday: £5.50
Sunday: £5.50
Note:For information on how to get to the car park, plus work out the cost of your stay visit the Avanti West Coast Website
Different rates apply to non rail users, please speak to a member of staff.
- Car Park 2
Notes
For information on how to get to the car park, plus work out the cost of your stay, visit the Avanti West Coast website.
Different rates apply to non rail users, please speak to a member of staff
Operator Name: Avanti West Coast
Name: Station Car Park 2
Spaces: 79
Number Accessible Spaces: 4
Accessible Car Park Equipment: No
Cctv: YesWebsite
https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/Opening Times
Mon-Sun 24hCharges
Daily: £12.50
Monthly: £166.00
Three Monthly: £374.00
Annual: £1,200.00
Saturday: £5.50
Sunday: £5.50
Note:For information on how to get to the car park, plus work out the cost of your stay, visit the Avanti West Coast website.
Different rates apply to non rail users, please speak to a member of staff.
- Bicycle Facilities
- Spaces16
- ShelteredYes
- CctvYes
- Location
Platform 8.
- Annotation
Space for 16 cycles on Platform 8.
8 x hoops on platform 8 (2 x cycles per hoop = 16 spaces)
- TypeRacks
- Accessibility
- Helpline
08000 158 123 (08000 158 124 Textphone)
https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/ - Staff Help Available
Passenger Assist meeting point is the information kiosk in the booking hall. Staff assistance is available at all times during the stations opening hours for boarding and alighting. Turn up and go is available although booking recommended.
- Staff help available opening hoursMon-Sun 24h
- Induction LoopYes
- Accessible Ticket MachinesYes
- Height Adjusted Ticket Office CounterYes
- Ramp For Train AccessYes
- Accessible TaxisNo
- Accessible toiletsNo
- Step Free Access
Category A - This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request.
- Ticket GatesNo
- Impaired Mobility Set DownYes
- Wheelchairs AvailableYes
Inverness facilities
- Ticket office
- Ticket OfficeYes
- Prepurchase CollectionYes
- Ticket MachineYes
- Smartcard IssuedNo
- Smartcard ValidatorYes
- Penalty FaresPenalty fares apply for SR
- Facilities
- Car ParkYes
- First Class LoungeNo
Caledonian Sleeper only
There is no First Class lounge within the station but First Class lounge facilities are available for Caledonian Sleeper customers within the Guest Services Centre across the road.
Tickets Accepted
Caledonian Sleeper First Class ticket holders
Refreshments
Complimentary snacks and refreshments
Facilities
Free WiFi, showers
Note: Standard Class and Seated guests can purchase shower tokens for the Guest Lounge from the On Board Hosts.
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Showers are available within the station and include an accessible shower. National Keys Scheme operated but key can be obtained from staff working at these facilities if you do not have your own key.
- Seated AreaYes
- Waiting RoomYes
- TrolleysYes
- Refreshment FacilitiesYes
Costa Coffee, Ness and Thistle Bar, WHSmith, Vending Machine.
- ToiletsYes
The toilets are located on the Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Available between 0630 and 1930
- Accessible toiletsYes
- Baby ChangeYes
- TelephonesYes
- Wi FiYes
- Post BoxNo
- Tourist InformationYes
- Atm MachineYes
- ShopsYes
WHSmith, PhotoMe photo booth
- Rail replacement locations
Buses pick up/drop off from the Eastgate side of the station at the short stay car park. Entrance via Millburn Road.
Please click on the below link for the exact bus pick up location:-
- CCTVYes
- Toilets
- AvailableYes
- Location
The toilets are located on the Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key. Available between 0630 and 1930
- Accessible toiletsYes
- Wifi
- AvailableYes
- Staffing and customer services
- Staffing LevelPart time
- Lost propertyYes
- Contact Details
Url: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/03301 092 833 - Operator Name
- Information Available From StaffYes - from help point
Yes - from ticket office - Passenger Information SystemsDeparture Screens
Arrival Screens
Announcements - Customer Help PointsYes
Passenger Assistance Meeting Points.
For station accessibility and ticket office opening times, please refer to the "Step Free Access" and "Staff Help" sections on the webpage.
Please make yourself known to the station staff when you arrive.
- Electronic Ticket Gates
By the wider access gate on the main concourse.
- Ticket gatesYes
- Parking
- Contact Details
Url: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/ - Operator NameScotRail
- NameStation Car Park
- Spaces60
- ChargesPer Hour: £1.20
Daily: £6.00 - Number Accessible Spaces3
- Accessible Spaces Note
Parking is free for disabled customers parking in Blue Badge spaces displaying a valid International Blue Badge
- Accessible Car Park EquipmentYes
- CctvYes
- Bicycle Facilities
- Spaces40
- ShelteredYes
- CctvNo
- Annotation
Discounted cycle hire available at Ticket to Ride to holders of valid rail tickets. Visit www.tickettoridehighlands.co.uk or call 01463 419160 for more information
- TypeLockers
Stands
- Accessibility
- Helpline
Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing)
https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/ - Staff help available opening hoursMon-Sat 04:45 to 00:15
Sun 09:00 to 00:15 - Induction LoopYes
- Accessible Ticket MachinesYes
- Height Adjusted Ticket Office CounterYes
- Ramp For Train AccessYes
- Accessible TaxisNo
- Accessible toiletsYes
- Step Free Access
This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the automatic ticket gates.
Please take care when boarding / alighting from the train at this station as the stepping distance between the train and the platform may be more prominent than at other stations.
- Ticket GatesYes
Ticket gates to all platforms
- Impaired Mobility Set DownYes
- Wheelchairs AvailableYes
- First Class lounge
- AvailableNo
- Details
Caledonian Sleeper only
There is no First Class lounge within the station but First Class lounge facilities are available for Caledonian Sleeper customers within the Guest Services Centre across the road.
Tickets Accepted
Caledonian Sleeper First Class ticket holders
Refreshments
Complimentary snacks and refreshments
Facilities
Free WiFi, showers
Note: Standard Class and Seated guests can purchase shower tokens for the Guest Lounge from the On Board Hosts.
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Showers are available within the station and include an accessible shower. National Keys Scheme operated but key can be obtained from staff working at these facilities if you do not have your own key.
