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Lockerbie to Appleby by train

First train

06:26

Last train

20:10

Departure station

Lockerbie

Arrival station

Appleby

Journey time

From 1h 6m

Distance

51 miles (82 km)

Frequency

13 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train operators

TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast

Travelling from Lockerbie to Appleby by train

Looking to travel from Lockerbie to Appleby by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 2 hours 22 minutes to travel from Lockerbie to Appleby by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 1 hour 6 minutes though. You'll usually find 13 trains per day running along the 51 miles (82 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change during the journey to Appleby, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast or TransPennine Express to get to Appleby – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Lockerbie to Appleby in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

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

How long does the train from Lockerbie to Appleby take?

The average journey time by train between Lockerbie and Appleby is 2 hours and 22 minutes, with around 13 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.

What's the fastest journey time between Lockerbie and Appleby by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Lockerbie to Appleby is 1 hour and 6 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Lockerbie to Appleby?

No, there are no direct train services from Lockerbie to Appleby. Travelling from Lockerbie to Appleby by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

What time does the first train from Lockerbie to Appleby leave?

The first train from Lockerbie to Appleby leaves at 06:26. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Lockerbie to Appleby leave?

The last train from Lockerbie to Appleby leaves at 20:10. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Lockerbie and Appleby by train?

Trains travelling from Lockerbie to Appleby cover a distance of around 51 miles (82 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Lockerbie to Appleby

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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