The average train between Carlisle and Bath takes 5h 38m and the fastest train takes 4h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Carlisle to Bath. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Carlisle and Bath. The earliest departure is at 7:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Bath at 8:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 5h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Carlisle to Bath? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Bath. However, there are services departing from Carlisle station and arriving at Bath station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.
Carlisle to Bath train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to Bath train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Carlisle to Bath train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Cross Country and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Carlisle and Bath is 393.3 km. The road distance is 471 km.
You can take a train from Carlisle to Bath Spa via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Temple Meads in around 5h 12m.