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Chertsey to Carlisle by train

First train

05:39

Last train

09:07

Departure station

Chertsey

Arrival station

Carlisle

Journey time

From 5h 53m

Distance

262 miles (422 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, South Western Railway, Avanti West Coast

How to travel from Chertsey to Carlisle by train

Want to find out more about taking the train from Chertsey to Carlisle? Look no further.

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Chertsey and Carlisle, which usually take 6 hours 1 minute to complete the 262 miles (422 km) journey. It can take as little as 5 hours 53 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Carlisle by train, you'll just need to make 3 changes along the way. Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway or CrossCountry are the main rail operators on this route, all of which offer modern trains with plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating.

Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Chertsey to Carlisle if you book in advance. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard can also help you save.

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 timetable with live train times above, and tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs further down the page.

Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Chertsey to Carlisle? 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 Chertsey and Carlisle by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Chertsey to Carlisle is 5 hours and 53 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Chertsey to Carlisle?

No, there are no direct train services from Chertsey to Carlisle. Travelling from Chertsey to Carlisle by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

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

The first train from Chertsey to Carlisle leaves at 05:39. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Chertsey to Carlisle leaves at 09:07. 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 Chertsey and Carlisle by train?

Trains travelling from Chertsey to Carlisle cover a distance of around 262 miles (422 km) during the journey.

Looking for more information?

If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from Carlisle to Chertsey.

Cheap train tickets from Chertsey to Carlisle

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Consider a Season Ticket

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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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