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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price on Sep 14
$27
Average ticket price on Sep 14
$42
Fastest journey on Sep 14
2 h 9 m
Average journey duration on Sep 14
2 h 44 m
Trains on Sep 14
5
Distance
176 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Manchester Airport will cost around $42 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
On Mon, Sep 14, we found 5 trains from Carlisle to Manchester Airport, including 5 direct services.
On Mon, Sep 14 the direct trains cover the 176 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 9 m .
On Mon, Sep 14 the slowest trains will take 3 h 29 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
7:35 AM2h09Carlisle9:44 AMManchester Airport$271One-way0 transfers- 8:35 AM2h09Carlisle10:44 AMManchester Airport$331One-way0 transfers
8:49 AM2h26Carlisle11:15 AMManchester Airport$451One-way0 transfers- 7:46 AM3h29Carlisle11:15 AMManchester Airport$461One-way0 transfers
- 5:11 PM3h25Carlisle8:36 PMManchester Airport$581One-way0 transfers
- 8:35 AM2h09Carlisle10:44 AMManchester Airport$331One-way0 transfers
- 7:35 AM2h09Carlisle9:44 AMManchester Airport$271One-way0 transfers
- 8:49 AM2h26Carlisle11:15 AMManchester Airport$451One-way0 transfers
- 5:11 PM3h25Carlisle8:36 PMManchester Airport$581One-way0 transfers
- 7:46 AM3h29Carlisle11:15 AMManchester Airport$461One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Carlisle to Manchester Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Manchester Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, while a train costs an average of $58.
Distance: 109 miles (176 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$58 Average price | $39 Average price Cheapest | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 16m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Carlisle to Manchester Airport:
A bus is $19 (€16) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Carlisle to Manchester Airport costing on average $58 (€47).
Other travel options to Manchester Airport take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 39m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (2h 13m by train vs 2h 16m by car). Tickets start at around $58 (€47) compared to roughly $47 (€38) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Carlisle to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Manchester Airport trains for today, Sunday, September 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W84905 | On time 11:34 AM Carlisle station (CAR) | 2h08 | 1:42 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W84909 | On time 12:36 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 2h06 | 2:42 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33138+ G89872 | On time 12:49 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 2h25 | 3:14 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, September 14 | |||||
| 7:35 AM Carlisle | 2h09 | 9:44 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:46 AM Carlisle | 3h29 | 11:15 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:35 AM Carlisle | 2h09 | 10:44 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:49 AM Carlisle | 2h26 | 11:15 AM Manchester Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Transpennine Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transpennine Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Caledonian Sleeper or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Carlisle to Manchester Airport.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Manchester Airport
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Trains from Carlisle to Manchester Airport run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:35, the last at 09:44. The fastest train covers the 109 miles (176 km) distance in 2h 3m.
Distance 109 miles (176 km) |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 3m |
First train 7:35 AM |
Last train 9:44 AM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Lumo from Carlisle to Manchester Airport trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Lumo trains will get you between Carlisle and Manchester Airport from $18 (€15). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Carlisle to Manchester Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Manchester Airport by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Carlisle to Manchester Airport
Most Carlisle to Manchester Airport trains use the Carlisle to Manchester Piccadilly station pair. Use this guide to compare Carlisle and Manchester Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Carlisle from Carlisle city centre
Carlisle train station facilities and services
Carlisle has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Carlisle.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Carlisle.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Carlisle. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carlisle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Carlisle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Carlisle: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts available to platforms via subway. Alternatively there is a ramped footbridge. Staff are available to assist on request, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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