The average train between Holyhead and Carlisle takes 4h 3m and the fastest train takes 3h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead 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 twice daily between Holyhead and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 2:30 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 6:50 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Carlisle station via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.
Holyhead to Carlisle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Carlisle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Holyhead to Carlisle train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Holyhead and Carlisle is 208 km. The road distance is 352 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Carlisle via Warrington Bank Quay in around 4h 14m.
