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Trip Overview

The average train between Nottingham and Carlisle takes 4h 18m and the fastest train takes 3h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Nottingham 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.

4h 18m
Duration
206 mi
Distance
£76
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Nottingham to Carlisle train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Nottingham and Carlisle. The earliest departure is at 5:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nottingham is at 9:18 PM which arrives into Carlisle at 2:15 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 6m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 11m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 5m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 6m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 11m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 5m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 6m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 11m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 5m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast3h 57m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 11m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 9m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 6m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 11m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 5m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 6m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 6m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 11m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 5m • 1 change
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    East Midlands RailwaysAvanti West Coast4h 6m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Carlisle.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 206.3 mi
  • Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a train from Nottingham to Carlisle via Crewe in around 4h 24m.

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