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It takes an average of 4h 53m to travel from Telford Central to Carlisle by train, over a distance of around 154 miles (248 km). There are normally 31 trains per day travelling from Telford Central to Carlisle and tickets for this journey start from £51 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:38 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:42 | |
| Departure station | Telford Central | |
| Arrival station | Carlisle | |
| Journey time | From 3h 4m | |
| Distance | 154 miles (248 km) | |
| Frequency | 31 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £51 | |
| Train operators | Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Transport for Wales |
Take the train from Telford Central to Carlisle in 3 hours 4 minutes
If you want to travel from Telford Central to Carlisle by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Telford Central to Carlisle by train to take around 4 hours 53 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 3 hours 4 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 31 trains per day running on this route, which spans 154 miles (248 km). You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Carlisle. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Telford Central to Carlisle start from £51.00 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Telford Central to Carlisle?
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
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