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Hoylake to Carlisle by train

First train

05:54

Last train

23:04

Departure station

Hoylake

Arrival station

Carlisle

Journey time

From 2h 47m

Distance

104 miles (168 km)

Changes

1 change

Train operators

TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail

How to travel from Hoylake to Carlisle by train

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

You'll usually find 0 trains per day running between Hoylake and Carlisle, which usually take 3 hours 58 minutes to complete the 104 miles (168 km) journey. It can take as little as 2 hours 47 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 1 change along the way. Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or Merseyrail 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 Hoylake 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 Hoylake 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 Hoylake and Carlisle by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Hoylake to Carlisle is 2 hours and 47 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Hoylake to Carlisle?

No, there are no direct train services from Hoylake to Carlisle. Travelling from Hoylake to Carlisle by train will require a minimum of 1 change.

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

The first train from Hoylake to Carlisle leaves at 05:54. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

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

The last train from Hoylake to Carlisle leaves at 23:04. 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 Hoylake and Carlisle by train?

Trains travelling from Hoylake to Carlisle cover a distance of around 104 miles (168 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Hoylake to Carlisle

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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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