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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Wigton
Cheapest price
$3
Average price
$3
Fastest journey
18 m
Average duration
18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Wigton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Wigton will cost around $3 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $3.
Of the 1 trains that leave Carlisle for Wigton on Wed, Jun 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 18 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 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.
10:13 AM0h18Carlisle10:31 AMWigton$31One-way0 transfers
- 10:13 AM0h18Carlisle10:31 AMWigton$31One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Carlisle to Wigton
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Wigton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $2, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 9 miles (16 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$3 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price | $4 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Carlisle to Wigton:
A train is $7 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Carlisle to Wigton costing on average $10 (€8).
Other travel options to Wigton take longer:
Bus takes on average 35m.
The journey is about 5m faster (18m by train vs 23m by car) and roughly $2 (€1) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($3 (€2) vs $4 (€4)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Northern Trains Limited.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Carlisle to Wigton train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Wigton trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:13 AM Carlisle | 0h18 | 10:31 AM Wigton | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:00 PM Carlisle | 0h18 | 8:18 PM Wigton | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Wigton
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Trains from Carlisle to Wigton run on average 8 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $2 (€2) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 22:57. The fastest train covers the 9 miles (16 km) distance in 18m.
Distance 9 miles (16 km) |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $2 (€2) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 18m |
First train 5:50 AM |
Last train 10:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Carlisle to Wigton trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Carlisle and Wigton from $2 (€2). 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 Wigton
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Wigton 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 Wigton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Carlisle to Wigton
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Information Desk
- 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
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, level access to both platforms. Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp is dependent on the type of train. Contact Travel Assistance Helpline for information.
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement buses pick up in the Town centre. Leaving the station, travel down Station Road to the end and turn left on to King Street For services towards Carlisle, the bus stop next to The Throstles Nest public house on King Street. For services towards Whitehaven, the pick up point is the bus stop opposite.
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