The average train between Carlisle and Hull takes 4h 24m and the fastest train takes 3h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlisle to Hull. 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 4 hours between Carlisle and Hull. The earliest departure is at 5:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 8:10 PM which arrives into Hull at 6:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Hull. However, there are services departing from Carlisle station and arriving at Hull station via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.
Carlisle to Hull train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to Hull train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Hull station.
Book your Carlisle to Hull train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Carlisle and Hull is 211.8 km. The road distance is 263 km.
You can take a train from Carlisle to Hull via Leeds in around 4h 2m.