London to Carlisle train with Avanti West Coast

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Cheap train tickets from London to Carlisle

Showing times and prices for Jan 24

Cheapest

$111

Average

$152

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

C44655

09:40AM4h21

London Euston (EUS)

02:01PMCarlisle station (CAR)

$1111One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

C49507

08:30AM3h19

London Euston (EUS)

11:49AMCarlisle station (CAR)

$1111One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

C50099

08:40AM4h20

London Euston (EUS)

01:00PMCarlisle station (CAR)

$1111One-way

0 transfers

C50105

10:16AM4h45

London Euston (EUS)

03:01PMCarlisle station (CAR)

$1481One-way

0 transfers

C49509

09:30AM3h17

London Euston (EUS)

12:47PMCarlisle station (CAR)

$2781One-way

0 transfers

London to Carlisle train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, January 24

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
Avanti West Coast C49507 Avanti West CoastC49507	08:30AM London Euston (EUS)	3h19	11:49AM Carlisle station (CAR)	0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast C50099 Avanti West CoastC50099	08:40AM London Euston (EUS)	4h20	01:00PM Carlisle station (CAR)	0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast C49509 Avanti West CoastC49509	09:30AM London Euston (EUS)	3h17	12:47PM Carlisle station (CAR)	0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast C44655 Avanti West CoastC44655	09:40AM London Euston (EUS)	4h21	02:01PM Carlisle station (CAR)	0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast C50105 Avanti West CoastC50105	10:16AM London Euston (EUS)	4h45	03:01PM Carlisle station (CAR)	0 transfersDirect
Avanti West Coast C49511 Avanti West CoastC49511	10:30AM London Euston (EUS)	3h18	01:48PM Carlisle station (CAR)	0 transfersDirect
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from London to Carlisle?

The best time to book your train from London to Carlisle is 49 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the London to Carlisle route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from London to Carlisle per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from London to Carlisle.

Trains

from $53

Buses

from $20

Flights

from $121

Fastest train times from London to Carlisle

Showing times and prices for Jan 24

Fastest Journey

3 h 17 m

Average

3 h 53 m

Trains per day

Distance

421 km

Of the 6 trains that leave London for Carlisle every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

C49509

09:30AM3h17

London Euston (EUS)

12:47PMCarlisle station (CAR)

$2781One-way

0 transfers

C49511

10:30AM3h18

London Euston (EUS)

01:48PMCarlisle station (CAR)

$2871One-way

0 transfers

C49507

08:30AM3h19

London Euston (EUS)

11:49AMCarlisle station (CAR)

$1111One-way

0 transfers

C50099

08:40AM4h20

London Euston (EUS)

01:00PMCarlisle station (CAR)

$1111One-way

0 transfers

C44655

09:40AM4h21

London Euston (EUS)

02:01PMCarlisle station (CAR)

$1111One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from London to Carlisle

Trains from London to Carlisle run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€43) but you can travel from only $15 (€14) by bus.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $15 (€14)

Distance

260 miles (420 km)

Average train duration

4h 18m

Cheapest ticket price

$48 (€43)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

3h 17m

First train

01:44

Last train

23:45

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from $15 (€14)

Train companies: Virgin Trains, East Coast and Caledonian Sleeper from London to Carlisle trains

You can travel by train between London and Carlisle with Virgin Trains, East Coast and Caledonian Sleeper for as low as $39 (€36). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Virgin Trains from London to Carlisle train information:

Average Duration: 3 h 17 min
Cheapest Price: $39
Virgin Trains frequency: 16 a day

LNER is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates a wide range of services, from high-speed intercity trains to local services. Its most popular routes include London to Edinburgh, London to Leeds, and London to York. LNER offers a variety of train types, including the Azuma, InterCity 225, and HST. The Azuma is a modern, high-speed train that offers comfortable seating and onboard Wi-Fi. The InterCity 225 is a classic train that offers a more traditional experience. The HST is a high-speed train that offers a smooth ride and plenty of legroom. LNER offers a variety of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak. Advance tickets are the cheapest option and must be booked in advance. Anytime tickets are more expensive but can be used at any time. Off-Peak tickets are the most affordable option for travelling during off-peak times. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. LNER also offers a range of discounts and special offers, making it an affordable and convenient way to travel.

Train information from London to Carlisle with East Coast:

Average Duration: 4 h 28 min
Cheapest Price: $121

The Caledonian Sleeper is a train service operating in the United Kingdom. It offers overnight journeys between London, Scotland, the North of England and Wales. The service is operated by Serco and consists of two types of trains: the Classic Sleeper and the Lowland Sleeper. The Classic Sleeper offers comfortable sleeping berths, while the Lowland Sleeper offers reclining seats. Both trains offer onboard facilities such as Wi-Fi, power sockets, and complimentary tea and coffee. Ticket types include Standard, First Class and Solo. Standard tickets offer access to the lounge car, while First Class tickets include access to the lounge car and complimentary breakfast. Solo tickets are available for single travellers and offer access to the lounge car and a private sleeping berth. The most popular routes for the Caledonian Sleeper are London to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. Passengers can also travel from London to Aberdeen, Fort William and Dundee.

Train information from London to Carlisle with Caledonian Sleeper:

Average Duration: 5 h 22 min
Cheapest Price: $97
Caledonian Sleeper frequency: 2 a day

Lumo are an open access operator launched in 2021 owned by FirstGroup providing train travel from London to Scotland and the North-East of England. It runs between London and Edinburgh along the East Coast Main Line. Lumo trains offer 100% electric travel along with amenities like comforable seating, free WiFi & their LumoEats at-seat catering in their single Standard Class. Lumo offered two ticket types their advance tickets LumoFixed which are only valid on the date and train booked but are exchangeable prior to departure and their Anytime tickets which can be used on any Lumo train on the date of your ticket.

London to Carlisle train information with Lumo:

Average Duration: 4 h 26 min
Cheapest Price: $127

Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. The company operates local and commuter trains across the entire north of England connecting regions of the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire and the Humber coast line. The rail network in the UK has been run by over 20 train companies, but they work together as National Rail with coordinated fares and ticketing. Tickets such as Advance, Off-Peak and Anytime Day are available to purchase for routes with Northern. There is only one class option on Northern trains: Standard.

Northern Rail (3) from London to Carlisle train information:

Average Duration: 5 h 24 min
Cheapest Price: $79

West Midlands Trains is a train operator based in the United Kingdom, providing services across the West Midlands region. It operates a variety of train types, including the Class 350 Desiro, Class 323 Electrostar, Class 170 Turbostar, and Class 172 Turbostar. These trains offer a range of onboard facilities, such as free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and air conditioning. Passengers can purchase a range of tickets, including single, return, and season tickets. The most popular routes operated by West Midlands Trains include Birmingham to London Euston, Birmingham to Wolverhampton, and Birmingham to Coventry.

FAQs: Trains from London to Carlisle

FAQs: Travel by train from London to Carlisle easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Carlisle.

Cheap train tickets from London to Carlisle can start from as little as $48 (€43) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Carlisle is $110 (€100); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from London to Carlisle is 3 h 17 min to travel the 260 mile (420 km) long route, with around there are 7 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from London to Carlisle leaves at 1: 44 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from London to Carlisle leaves at 11: 50 PM.

Yes, there are 5 direct trains a day from London to Carlisle with Avanti West Coast or Caledonian Sleeper. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from London to Carlisle, you can count on Avanti West Coast, LNER, Caledonian Sleeper, Lumo or Northern Rail (3) for the best way to get you to Carlisle. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Carlisle from London and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

Yes, you can take a night train from London to Carlisle with Caledonian Sleeper. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.

Passengers board the train most frequently from London Euston, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Carlisle, located 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Carlisle from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 17 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from London to Carlisle by train is September.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from London to Carlisle including taking a train, bus or flight.

Popular train stations from London to Carlisle

London

Carlisle

The major train station for departures in London is London Euston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at London Euston for your trip from London to Carlisle.

London Euston Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lounge

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Euston Road, London, Greater London, NW1 2RT, United Kingdom

Phone Number

+44 3457114141

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
Sun: 07:00 - 00:00

Wifi

Free public Wi-Fi available.

Lockers

Excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.

Shopping

Type of shops available: Wide range of shops - see the Station Plan map.

Dining

Burger King
Caffè Nero
Nando's
The Signal Box
Delice de France
Tortilla
Starbucks
AMT Coffee
Upper Crust
Camden Food Co.
& many more

Taxis

Taxi: The taxi rank is located beneath the station.
Accessible taxis: The route to the main taxi pick up point has steps, so anyone with mobility problems can use the disabled taxi pick up point reached via the lifts. You can request assistance to and from the taxi rank can using the telephones at the top of the stairs and at the taxi set down point. Or by telephoning Mobility Assistance at London Euston on 0207 922 6482. The main taxi rank is beneath the station and is reached via the lifts next to the main ticket office or the stairs by the entrance to the Underground.

Accessibility

Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.

Toilets Location: These are located by the entrance to platforms 1-3 There are also accessible showers located in the First Class Lounge, shared between Caledonian Sleeper and Avanti West Coast.
National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: These are located adjacent to the main public toilets, by the entrance to platforms 1-3.
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Hotel

Hilton London Euston
The Wesley Euston Hotel
Travelodge London Central Euston

Lounge

Waiting rooms location: Located by the entrance to platforms 16-18

Ticket Office

Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00
Sat: 06:00 - 23:00
Sun: 07:00 - 00:00

Public transit options for London Euston

Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
Overground lines: Watford DC
Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.

London Kings Cross Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Shopping

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Lost and Found Office

Ticket Office

Address

Euston Rd, London N1 9AL, United Kingdom

Phone Number

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
Sun: 05:30 - 01:36

Wifi

Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station.

Lockers

Located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00.

Shopping

Type of shops available: Cafes, bars, kiosks, restaurants, delicatessens, confectioners, groceries, food and drink to eat in or take away. clothes, stationery, flowers, photo processing, mobile phones, bureau de change, shoe repairs, key cutting, Pharmacy and prescriptions, optician, fitness, health and beauty services.

Parking

Car Park: Station Car Park

Dining

Caffè Nero
Starbucks
The Pasty Shop
Upper Crust
Giraffe World Kitchen
Black Sheep Coffee
Hotel Chocolat
Leon
Pret a Manger
Wasabi
& more

Taxis

Taxi: The taxi rank is situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station.
Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are located at the taxi rank situated on Pancras Road just outside of the station. The taxi rank is located outside the station on Pancras Road. There is a help point at the taxi rank that can be used to request disability assistance. All London Black Cabs can accommodate wheelchair passengers without wheelchair users having to leave their wheelchair.

Accessibility

There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.

Toilets Location: The toilets including accessible toilets are located next to platform 9. There also toilets on the Mezzanine Level.
National key toilets: Yes
National key toilets location: Accessible toilets are located next to platform 9 and can be operated by a radar key.
Baby changing facilities: Yes

Hotel

Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras
Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel
St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London

Ticket Office

Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36
Sat: 05:00 - 00:36
Sun: 05:30 - 01:36

Public transit options for London Kings Cross

Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
Metro: N/A