The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Carlisle station (CAR)
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
2 h 11 m
Average duration
2 h 11 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Carlisle station (CAR) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Carlisle station (CAR) will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) for Carlisle station (CAR) on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 164 km distance in an average of 2 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 11 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 11 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 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Carlisle station (CAR)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Carlisle station (CAR) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €30, and a train costs an average of €38.
Distance: 101 miles (164 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
€51 Average price | €31 Average price | €30 Average price Cheapest |
2h 21m Average total duration Fastest 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration 3h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration 3h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Carlisle station (CAR) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Carlisle station (CAR) trains for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:36 AM Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 2h11 | 9:47 AM Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Carlisle station (CAR) by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Carlisle station (CAR)
Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Carlisle station (CAR) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:24, the last at 10:24. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (164 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 101 miles (164 km) |
Average train duration 1h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $47 (€38) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 07:24 |
Last train 10:24 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Carlisle station (CAR) trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3), Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) and Carlisle station (CAR) from $35 (€28). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
Northern Rail (3)
Avanti West Coast
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Carlisle station (CAR)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Carlisle station (CAR) 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 station (CAR), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Popular train stations from Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) to Carlisle station (CAR)
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:30 - 22:40 Sunday 07:30 - 22:00
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: There will be no toilet provision at Manchester Oxford Road from 15th July to 25th July to allow for existing toilets to be refurbished
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on Platform 4/5
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Whitworth St West (200 yards from station) (station side for Liverpool, opposite side for Piccadilly)
- 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
