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Outbound fromManchester Oxford Road to Carlisle by train
It takes an average of 1h 52m to travel from Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle by train, over a distance of around 102 miles (164 km). There are normally 16 trains per day travelling from Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle and tickets for this journey start from £13.10 when you book in advance.
| First train | 06:25 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 20:25 | |
| Departure station | Manchester Oxford Road | |
| Arrival station | Carlisle | |
| Journey time | From 1h 45m | |
| Distance | 102 miles (164 km) | |
| Frequency | 16 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From £13.10 | |
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How to travel from Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle? Look no further.
You'll usually find 16 trains per day running between Manchester Oxford Road and Carlisle, which usually take 1 hour 52 minutes to complete the 102 miles (164 km) journey. It can take as little as 1 hour 45 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. TransPennine Express trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Carlisle.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle start from £13.10 when 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.
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Cheap train tickets from Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle
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 Manchester Oxford Road to Carlisle 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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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.