The average train between Colne and Carlisle takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Colne 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.
Trains run hourly between Colne and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 5:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colne is at 10:51 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 2:15 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Colne to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Colne station and arriving at Carlisle station via Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Colne to Carlisle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Colne station.
Colne to Carlisle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Colne to Carlisle train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Avanti West Coast and 2 other operators.
The distance between Colne and Carlisle is 125.7 km. The road distance is 190 km.
You can take a train from Colne to Carlisle via Preston in around 2h 33m.