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London to Carlisle by train
It takes an average of 4h 18m to travel from London to Carlisle by train, over a distance of around 261 miles (420 km). There are normally 37 trains per day traveling from London to Carlisle and tickets for this journey start from $34.47 when you book in advance.
| First train | 4:31 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:45 pm | |
| Departure station | London | |
| Arrival station | Carlisle | |
| Journey time | From 3h 17m | |
| Distance | 261 miles (420 km) | |
| Frequency | 37 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $34.47 | |
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Taking the train from London to Carlisle in 3 hours 17 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from London to Carlisle? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 18 minutes to travel the 420 km from London to Carlisle by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 17 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 37 trains per day running on this route. You won't need to worry about making any changes along the way either as direct trains are available.
Train tickets from London to Carlisle start from $34.47 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
Keen to book your train tickets to Carlisle? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train schedule below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.
FAQs about the train journey from London to Carlisle
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Cheap train tickets from London to Carlisle
Book in advance
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for London to Carlisle is right for you.
Use your Railcard
National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.
Split your tickets
Download our app to find split tickets — courtesy of SplitSave, our handy feature which 'splits' your train tickets where possible to find you a better deal. Learn more about the clever tech behind split tickets, and how to spot SplitSave discounts in our app.
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.
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