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Trip Overview

The average train between Derby and Carlisle takes 3h 38m and the fastest train takes 3h 17m. There is a train service every few hours from Derby 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.

3h 38m
Duration
191 mi
Distance
£68
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Derby to Carlisle train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Derby and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 6:24 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 2:15 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 24m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 22m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 17m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 35m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 38m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 32m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 33m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 35m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 38m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 32m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 33m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 35m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 38m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 32m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 33m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 35m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 38m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 32m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 33m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 35m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 38m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 32m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 33m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 23m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 38m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 37m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 33m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Derby 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 Derby to Carlisle.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 190.6 mi
  • Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Carlisle via Crewe in around 3h 51m.

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