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It takes an average of 7h 43m to travel from Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle by train, over a distance of around 238 miles (383 km). There are normally 27 trains per day travelling from Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle and tickets for this journey start from £37.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:58 | |
| Departure station | Bristol Temple Meads | |
| Arrival station | Carlisle | |
| Journey time | From 4h 24m | |
| Distance | 238 miles (383 km) | |
| Frequency | 27 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £37.60 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Taking the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle in 4 hours 24 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 7 hours 43 minutes to travel the 238 miles (383 km) from Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle by train, although you can get there in as little as 4 hours 24 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 27 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change 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 Transport for Wales 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 Bristol Temple Meads to Carlisle in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £37.60. 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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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
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3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
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