Train Carnforth to Carlisle from £33 | Tickets & Timetables

Trip Overview

The average train between Carnforth and Carlisle takes 1h 21m and the fastest train takes 1h 1m. There is a train service every few hours 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 21m
Duration: 75 mi
Distance: £33
Average price: Hourly
Frequency

Train via Lancaster

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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 9:38 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 10:51 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, June 27, 2026

6:42 AM → 7:54 AM
1h 12m • 1 change
7:06 AM → 8:14 AM
1h 8m • 1 change
7:43 AM → 9:00 AM
1h 17m • 1 change
8:02 AM → 9:11 AM
1h 9m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, June 28, 2026

10:17 AM → 11:32 AM
1h 14m • 1 change
11:43 AM → 12:52 PM
1h 9m • 1 change
12:40 PM → 1:52 PM
1h 12m • 1 change
1:43 PM → 2:51 PM
1h 7m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, June 29, 2026

6:44 AM → 7:54 AM
1h 9m • 1 change
7:06 AM → 8:14 AM
1h 8m • 1 change
7:43 AM → 9:00 AM
1h 17m • 1 change
8:02 AM → 9:11 AM
1h 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.

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Lancaster to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £24–40 and the journey takes 50 min. Two other operators also service this route.

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