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Trip Overview

The average train between Carnforth and Carlisle takes 1h 24m and the fastest train takes 1h 1m. There is an hourly train service from Carnforth to Carlisle. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 24m
Duration
75 mi
Distance
£29
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Carnforth to Carlisle train times

Trains run hourly between Carnforth and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 6:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Carnforth is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 6:46 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 8m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 11m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 12m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 9m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 8m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 17m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 9m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 8m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 17m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 9m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 8m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 17m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 9m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 8m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 17m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 9m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 8m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 17m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 12m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 8m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 17m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 9m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Carnforth to Carlisle? 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.

Map of how to get from Carnforth to Carlisle.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 74.9 mi
  • Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Carnforth, England and Carlisle, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Lancaster to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £23–40 and the journey takes 54 min. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly.

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