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Carlisle to Glenrothes With Thornton train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Carlisle to Glenrothes With Thornton, starting from £11.50 and averaging £11.50. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 10m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
13:01 2h 18m, No direct Carlisle	15:19 Glenrothes With Thornton	Find Tickets
15:02 2h 15m, No direct Carlisle	17:17 Glenrothes With Thornton	Find Tickets
16:16 2h 28m, No direct Carlisle	18:44 Glenrothes With Thornton	Find Tickets
17:05 2h 16m, No direct Carlisle	19:21 Glenrothes With Thornton	Find Tickets
18:18 2h 57m, No direct Carlisle	21:15 Glenrothes With Thornton	Find Tickets
19:07 3h 8m, No direct Carlisle	22:15 Paris	Find Tickets

Carlisle to Glenrothes With Thornton train route details

First train

06:48

Last train

22:54

Departure station

Carlisle

Arrival station

Glenrothes With Thornton

Journey time

2h 10m

Distance

89 miles

Price

£11.50*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, ScotRail, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Carlisle to Glenrothes With Thornton

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Carlisle to Glenrothes With Thornton can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 Glenrothes With Thornton, 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%

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!

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling 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 travelling from Carlisle to Glenrothes With Thornton more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Carlisle to Glenrothes With Thornton train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Carlisle to Glenrothes With Thornton with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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Carlisle to Glenrothes With Thornton train prices and times

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