The average train between Carlisle and Sellafield takes 4h 47m and the fastest train takes 3h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Carlisle to Sellafield. 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 Sellafield. The earliest departure is at 7:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carlisle is at 9:35 PM which arrives into Sellafield at 7:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Lancaster and take an average of 4h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Carlisle to Sellafield? 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 Sellafield. However, there are services departing from Carlisle station and arriving at Sellafield station via Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.
Carlisle to Sellafield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.
Carlisle to Sellafield train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Sellafield station.
Book your Carlisle to Sellafield train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Carlisle and Sellafield is 64 km. The road distance is 221 km.
You can take a train from Carlisle to Sellafield via Lancaster and Barrow-in-Furness in around 4h 26m.