The average train between Carlisle and London takes 4h 4m and the fastest train takes 3h 20m. There is an hourly train service from Carlisle to London. 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 hourly between Carlisle and London. The earliest departure is at 1:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 8:08 PM which arrives into London at 1:17 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 4h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Carlisle station and arriving at London station. Services depart hourly, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 4h 4m.
Carlisle to London train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to London train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at London Euston station.
Book your Carlisle to London train tickets online with Caledonian Sleeper, Avanti West Coast and Lumo.
The distance between Carlisle and London is 420.5 km. The road distance is 478 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £100–180 and the journey takes 3h 26m. Three other operators also service this route.
