The average train between Carlisle and Preston takes 1h 10m and the fastest train takes 1h 3m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Carlisle to Preston. 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 30 minutes between Carlisle and Preston. The earliest departure is at 1:45 AM at night, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 9:35 PM which arrives into Preston at 10:46 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 10m. 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 Preston station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate 4 times a day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.
Carlisle to Preston train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to Preston train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Carlisle to Preston train tickets online with TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Carlisle and Preston is 126.8 km. The road distance is 144 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Carlisle to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Four other operators also service this route.
