First train | 05:15 | |
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Last train | 22:41 | |
Departure station | Ash | |
Arrival station | Carlisle | |
Journey time | From 5h 36m | |
Distance | 268 miles (431 km) | |
Frequency | 5 trains per day | |
Changes | 2 changes | |
Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express |
Thinking about taking the train from Ash to Carlisle? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 8 hours 46 minutes to travel the 268 miles (431 km) from Ash to Carlisle by train, although you can get there in as little as 5 hours 36 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 5 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, Great 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 Ash to Carlisle in advance instead of buying them on the day and you'll snap up the cheapest fares. 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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