The average train between Manchester and Carlisle takes 1h 52m and the fastest train takes 1h 47m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester 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 Manchester and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Manchester is at 8:22 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 10:15 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 1h 52m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester station and arriving at Carlisle station. Services depart hourly, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 1h 52m.
Manchester to Carlisle train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Carlisle train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Carlisle station.
Book your Manchester to Carlisle train tickets online with TransPennine Express.
The distance between Manchester and Carlisle is 163.7 km. The road distance is 194 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Carlisle hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 1h 53m.
