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Carlisle to London by train
It takes an average of 4h 26m to travel from Carlisle to London by train, over a distance of around 261 miles (420 km). There are normally 76 trains per day traveling from Carlisle to London and tickets for this journey start from $65.19 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:43 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 1:45 am | |
| Departure station | Carlisle | |
| Arrival station | London | |
| Journey time | From 3h 21m | |
| Distance | 261 miles (420 km) | |
| Frequency | 76 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $65.19 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo |
Take the train from Carlisle to London
Thinking about taking the train from Carlisle to London? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 26 minutes to travel between Carlisle and London by train. On average, 76 trains operate on this route each day.
You can get a direct train from Carlisle to London.
Tickets on this route can start from $65.19. To find cheaper tickets, it's often a good idea to book in advance.
Use our Journey Planner to compare times, tickets and prices.
What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Carlisle to London?
Want to know more about your journey from Carlisle to London? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Carlisle to London?
Planning a trip to the UK soon? As most UK train companies increase their prices as the departure date approaches, our Trainline team of experts have put together these tips to help you find the cheapest tickets.
1. Book in advance
Train tickets from Carlisle to London start at $65.19§ one way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. UK train companies usually release Advance tickets up to 12 weeks ahead of time and these can be cheaper than tickets bought on the day of travel.
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
If you're planning a trip more than 12 weeks ahead, sign up to our Ticket Alert to get notified when Advance tickets are released for your travel date.
3. Book split tickets
Our handy feature SplitSave will ‘split’ your train journey into multiple tickets, which can be much cheaper than buying a single ticket. Find out more about split tickets.
4. Travel Off-Peak
If you can be flexible with your travel times, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets are usually cheaper than Anytime tickets in the UK. Generally, Off-Peak times are any time at weekends and outside of Monday to Friday morning and evening rush hours.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
§Advance adult single fare. Excludes booking fee. Prices seen by Trainline customers in the last 30 days. Availability limited.
* Based on European average monthly visitors to Trainline’s app and website from 1.1.2023 to 10.31.2023 vs other independent retailers.