The average train between Congleton and Carlisle takes 3h 32m and the fastest train takes 2h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Congleton 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 every 2 hours between Congleton and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 7:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Congleton is at 10:32 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 6:46 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Congleton to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Congleton station and arriving at Carlisle station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 32m.
Congleton to Carlisle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Congleton station.
Congleton to Carlisle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Congleton to Carlisle train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited and TransPennine Express.
The distance between Congleton and Carlisle is 198.3 km. The road distance is 235 km.
You can take a train from Congleton to Carlisle via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 24m.