4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Carlisle
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
2 h 5 m
Average duration
2 h 13 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
176 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Carlisle will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 6 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Carlisle on Sat, Jun 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 176 km distance in an average of 2 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 2 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.
W851699:04 AM2h14Manchester Airport (MIA)11:18 AMCarlisle station (CAR)$421One-way0 transfers- W851678:04 AM2h11Manchester Airport (MIA)10:15 AMCarlisle station (CAR)$451One-way0 transfers
- W8517610:04 AM2h05Manchester Airport (MIA)12:09 PMCarlisle station (CAR)$541One-way0 transfers
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G890638:29 AM2h18Manchester Airport (MIA)10:47 AMCarlisle station (CAR)$581One-way1 transfer- W33533+G8904710:29 AM2h18Manchester Airport (MIA)12:47 PMCarlisle station (CAR)$951One-way1 transfer
- W8517610:04 AM2h05Manchester Airport (MIA)12:09 PMCarlisle station (CAR)$541One-way0 transfers
- W851678:04 AM2h11Manchester Airport (MIA)10:15 AMCarlisle station (CAR)$451One-way0 transfers
- W851699:04 AM2h14Manchester Airport (MIA)11:18 AMCarlisle station (CAR)$421One-way0 transfers
- W33533+G8904710:29 AM2h18Manchester Airport (MIA)12:47 PMCarlisle station (CAR)$951One-way1 transfer
- W33734+G890638:29 AM2h18Manchester Airport (MIA)10:47 AMCarlisle station (CAR)$581One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Manchester Airport to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 109 miles (176 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m 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 Manchester Airport to Carlisle:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport to Carlisle costing on average $41 (€34).
Other travel options to Carlisle take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 58m.
The journey is about 1m faster (2h 14m by train vs 2h 15m by car) and roughly $5 (€4) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($41 (€34) vs $46 (€38)). 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 Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Manchester Airport to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Carlisle trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W85167 | 8:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h11 | 10:15 AM Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33734+G89063 | 8:29 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h18 | 10:47 AM Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 transfer | |
| W85169 | 9:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h14 | 11:18 AM Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33515+G89045 | 9:29 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h23 | 11:52 AM Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 transfer | |
| W85176 | 10:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h05 | 12:09 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| W33533+G89047 | 10:29 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 2h18 | 12:47 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 transfer | |
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- 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, TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Carlisle.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Carlisle
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Trains from Manchester Airport to Carlisle run on average 10 times per day, taking around 2h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:48, the last at 11:17. The fastest train covers the 109 miles (176 km) distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 109 miles (176 km) |
Average train duration 2h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 6:48 AM |
Last train 11:17 AM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport to Carlisle trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Carlisle from $14 (€12). 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 Manchester Airport to Carlisle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport to Carlisle
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
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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
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