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Carlisle to Devonport by train

First train

08:10

Last train

20:32

Departure station

Carlisle

Arrival station

Devonport

Journey time

From 7h 53m

Distance

316 miles (509 km)

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales

Travelling from Carlisle to Devonport by train

Looking to travel from Carlisle to Devonport by train? You've come to the right place!

On average, it takes around 11 hours 24 minutes to travel from Carlisle to Devonport by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 7 hours 53 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 316 miles (509 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 2 changes during the journey to Devonport, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales to get to Devonport. As the main rail operators on this route, their trains offer modern comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Carlisle to Devonport in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!

Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, scroll up for timetables including live train times, or keep reading for FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Carlisle to Devonport? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Carlisle and Devonport by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Carlisle to Devonport is 7 hours and 53 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Carlisle to Devonport?

No, there are no direct train services from Carlisle to Devonport. Travelling from Carlisle to Devonport by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.

What time does the first train from Carlisle to Devonport leave?

The first train from Carlisle to Devonport leaves at 08:10. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Carlisle to Devonport leave?

The last train from Carlisle to Devonport leaves at 20:32. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Carlisle and Devonport by train?

Trains travelling from Carlisle to Devonport cover a distance of around 316 miles (509 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Carlisle to Devonport

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 Carlisle to Devonport 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.

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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