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It takes an average of 8h 9m to travel from Stansted Airport to Carlisle by train, over a distance of around 246 miles (395 km). There are normally 55 trains per day travelling from Stansted Airport to Carlisle and tickets for this journey start from £105.80 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 01:06 | |
| Departure station | Stansted Airport | |
| Arrival station | Carlisle | |
| Journey time | From 4h 36m | |
| Distance | 246 miles (395 km) | |
| Frequency | 55 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £105.80 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, Chiltern Railways, CrossCountry, East Midlands Railway, Grand Central Railway, Great Northern, Great Western Railway, Greater Anglia, London North Eastern Railway, Lumo, Thameslink, TransPennine Express |
Travel from Stansted Airport to Carlisle by train in 4 hours 36 minutes
If you want to know more about the journey from Stansted Airport to Carlisle by train, look no further!
The average journey time from Stansted Airport to Carlisle by train is 8 hours 9 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours 36 minutes. You'll usually find 55 trains per day travelling the 246 miles (395 km) between these two destinations. You'll need to make 1 change along the way to Carlisle. You'll be travelling with London North Eastern Railway, Avanti West Coast or Great Western Railway on your way to Carlisle, as these are the main rail operators on this route.
Plan your trip ahead of time and book early if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Tickets from Stansted Airport to Carlisle start from £105.80 when you book in advance, so use our Journey Planner to view the latest prices. Travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard are also great ways to save.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Carlisle, including FAQs, and tips on booking cheap train tickets. Check the timetable above for live train times or if you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
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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
2. Sign up to Ticket Alert
3. Use a Railcard
4. Book split tickets
5. Travel Off-Peak
6. Consider a Season Ticket
For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.