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Carlisle to East Worthing by train

First train

17:24

Last train

17:24

Departure station

Carlisle

Arrival station

East Worthing

Journey time

From 17h 30m

Distance

301 miles (484 km)

Frequency

1 train per day

Changes

5 changes

Train operators

East Midlands Railway, Thameslink, Southern

Travelling from Carlisle to East Worthing by train

Looking to travel from Carlisle to East Worthing by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 17 hours 30 minutes to travel from Carlisle to East Worthing by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 17 hours 30 minutes though. You'll usually find 1 train per day running along the 301 miles (484 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 5 changes during the journey to East Worthing, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with East Midlands Railway, Thameslink or Southern to get to East Worthing. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Carlisle to East Worthing 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 Carlisle to East Worthing? 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 Carlisle to East Worthing take?

The average journey time by train between Carlisle and East Worthing is 17 hours and 30 minutes, with around 1 train 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 Carlisle and East Worthing by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Carlisle to East Worthing is 17 hours and 30 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Carlisle to East Worthing?

No, there are no direct train services from Carlisle to East Worthing. Travelling from Carlisle to East Worthing by train will require a minimum of 5 changes.

What time does the first train from Carlisle to East Worthing leave?

The first train from Carlisle to East Worthing leaves at 17:24. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Carlisle to East Worthing leave?

The last train from Carlisle to East Worthing leaves at 17:24. 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 Carlisle and East Worthing by train?

Trains travelling from Carlisle to East Worthing cover a distance of around 301 miles (484 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Carlisle to East Worthing

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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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