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Outbound fromAndover to Carlisle by train
It takes an average of 7h 50m to travel from Andover to Carlisle by train, over a distance of around 261 miles (420 km). There are normally 12 trains per day travelling from Andover to Carlisle and tickets for this journey start from £131.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:06 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:46 | |
| Departure station | Andover | |
| Arrival station | Carlisle | |
| Journey time | From 5h 54m | |
| Distance | 261 miles (420 km) | |
| Frequency | 12 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £131.80 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast |
Taking the train from Andover to Carlisle in 5 hours 54 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Andover to Carlisle? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 50 minutes to travel the 261 miles (420 km) from Andover to Carlisle by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 54 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 12 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 2 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway or TransPennine Express to Carlisle. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Andover to Carlisle in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £131.80. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Carlisle by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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