The cheapest and fastest trains from Kirkby Stephen to Carlisle
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
56 m
Average duration
56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kirkby Stephen to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kirkby Stephen to Carlisle will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 1 trains that leave Kirkby Stephen for Carlisle on Fri, May 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct trains cover the 60 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest trains will take 56 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.
11:06 AM0h56Kirkby Stephen12:02 PMCarlisle$241One-way0 transfers
11:06 AM0h56Kirkby Stephen12:02 PMCarlisle$241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Kirkby Stephen to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kirkby Stephen to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 37 miles (60 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $17 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (55m by train vs 1h 0m by car). Tickets start at around $25 (€20) compared to roughly $17 (€14) 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 Northern Rail.
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
Kirkby Stephen to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Kirkby Stephen to Carlisle trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:06 AM Kirkby Stephen | 0h56 | 12:02 PM Carlisle | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kirkby Stephen to Carlisle
Trains from Kirkby Stephen to Carlisle run on average 5 times per day, taking around 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:49, the last at 20:13. The fastest train covers the 37 miles (60 km) distance in 56m.
Distance 37 miles (60 km) |
Average train duration 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 5:49 AM |
Last train 8:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Northern Rail from Kirkby Stephen to Carlisle trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between Kirkby Stephen and Carlisle from $24 (€20). 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 Kirkby Stephen to Carlisle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kirkby Stephen to Carlisle 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 Carlisle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kirkby Stephen to Carlisle
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, Access to platform 1 (LDS) is via a flat road under the bridge. There is a very steep slope to platform 2 (CAR)
- 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 ticket machines note: Station Car Park
- 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 on the Station Car Park. Pre planned buses also stop in the town centre outside HBOS.
- 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
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