The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle station (CAR) to St Bees (SBS)
Cheapest price
$4
Average price
$6
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
61 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle station (CAR) to St Bees (SBS) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle station (CAR) to St Bees (SBS) will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $4.
Of the 2 trains that leave Carlisle station (CAR) for St Bees (SBS) on Tue, Dec 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 61 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h 18 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Carlisle station (CAR) to St Bees (SBS)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle station (CAR) to St Bees (SBS) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €3.
Distance: 37 miles (61 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€9 Average price | €5 Average price Cheapest |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Carlisle station (CAR) to St Bees (SBS) train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle station (CAR) to St Bees (SBS) trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:53 AM Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h18 | 6:11 AM St Bees (SBS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:08 AM Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h16 | 11:24 AM St Bees (SBS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Carlisle station (CAR) to St Bees (SBS) by train or bus
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Why should you book Carlisle to St Bees trains with Omio?
Northern Rail (3) operates all train services from Carlisle to St Bees. Omio is the only official third party seller for Northern Rail (3) tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail (3)?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail (3) with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Carlisle to St Bees.
Why book with Omio over Trainline and Rail Europe?
- Official reseller: Northern Rail (3) tickets can only be bought on Omio or Northern Rail (3)'s website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Northern Rail (3) tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell Northern Rail (3) tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Carlisle to St Bees.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle station (CAR) to St Bees (SBS)
Trains from Carlisle station (CAR) to St Bees (SBS) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 16:10. The fastest train covers the 37 miles (61 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 37 miles (61 km) |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 04:53 |
Last train 16:10 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Carlisle station (CAR) to St Bees (SBS) trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Carlisle station (CAR) and St Bees (SBS) from $4 (€3). 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 station (CAR) to St Bees (SBS)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle station (CAR) to St Bees (SBS) 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 St Bees (SBS), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Carlisle station (CAR) to St Bees (SBS)
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park 2
- 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 8.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - This station is not suitable for the extremely mobility impaired.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops outside station entrance. (Station side for Whitehaven, other side for Barrow)
