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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nottingham to Carlisle
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
4 h 7 m
Average duration
4 h 56 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
246 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nottingham to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nottingham to Carlisle will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 2 trains that leave Nottingham for Carlisle on Mon, Dec 01, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 01 the direct trains cover the 246 km distance in an average of 4 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 7 m .
On Mon, Dec 01 the slowest trains will take 5 h 45 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 Nottingham to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €39.
Distance: 152 miles (246 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€40 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest |
4h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nottingham to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Carlisle trains for today, Sunday, November 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:18 AM Nottingham | 5h50 | 4:08 PM Carlisle | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 1 | |||||
| 4:53 AM Nottingham | 4h07 | 9:00 AM Carlisle | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:16 AM Nottingham | 5h45 | 11:01 AM Carlisle | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Carlisle
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Trains from Nottingham to Carlisle run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 (€39) but you can travel from only $24 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 20:07. The fastest train covers the 152 miles (246 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 152 miles (246 km) |
Average train duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€39) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 05:08 |
Last train 20:07 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Nottingham to Carlisle trainsAvanti West Coast, Northern Rail (3), East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Carlisle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Carlisle
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: none
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station.
- 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 toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.
ShoppingParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation 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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