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Trip Overview

The average train between Kirkham and Carlisle takes 1h 33m and the fastest train takes 1h 19m. There is an hourly train service from Kirkham 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 33m
Duration
97 mi
Distance
£30
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Kirkham to Carlisle train times

Trains run hourly between Kirkham and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 5:13 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kirkham is at 11:55 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 2:15 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 33m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 24m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 40m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 34m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 33m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 44m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 36m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 33m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 44m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 36m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 33m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 44m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 36m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 19, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 33m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 44m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 36m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 20, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 33m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 44m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 36m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 22m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 21, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 33m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 44m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedTransPennine Express1h 36m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedAvanti West Coast1h 22m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Kirkham 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 Kirkham to Carlisle.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 97.2 mi
  • Duration: 1h 33m

What companies run services between Kirkham, Lancashire, England and Carlisle, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £30–50 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Four other operators also service this route.

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