The average train between Ludlow and Carlisle takes 4h 7m and the fastest train takes 3h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Ludlow 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 Ludlow and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ludlow is at 11:59 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 7:54 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Ludlow to Carlisle. However, there are services departing from Ludlow station and arriving at Carlisle station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.
Ludlow to Carlisle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Ludlow station.
Ludlow to Carlisle train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Ludlow to Carlisle train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Ludlow and Carlisle is 281.4 km. The road distance is 322 km.
You can take a train from Ludlow to Carlisle via Crewe in around 3h 34m.