Preston to Carlisle train with Avanti West Coast

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Cheap train tickets from Preston to Carlisle

Showing times and prices for Feb 10

Cheapest

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

Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast
07:14AM1h07
Preston
08:21AMCarlisle
$71One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast
12:41PM1h07
Preston
01:48PMCarlisle
$271One-way
0 transfers
Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
04:01PM1h10
Preston
05:11PMCarlisle
$341One-way
0 transfers

Preston to Carlisle train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, February 10
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfersTickets
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast07:14AM Preston1h07 08:21AM Carlisle0 transfersDirect
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast12:41PM Preston1h07 01:48PM Carlisle0 transfersDirect
Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express04:01PM Preston1h10 05:11PM Carlisle0 transfersDirect

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Fastest train times from Preston to Carlisle

Showing times and prices for Feb 10

Fastest Journey

1 h 7 m

Average

1 h 8 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

126 km

Of the 3 trains that leave Preston for Carlisle every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast
07:14AM1h07
Preston
08:21AMCarlisle
$71One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastAvanti West Coast
12:41PM1h07
Preston
01:48PMCarlisle
$271One-way
0 transfers
Transpennine ExpressTranspennine Express
04:01PM1h10
Preston
05:11PMCarlisle
$341One-way
0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Preston to Carlisle

Trains from Preston to Carlisle run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 (€10) but you can travel from only $8 (€7) 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 $8 (€7)
Distance
78 miles (126 km)
Average train duration
1h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
$11 (€10)
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
6
Train providers
2
Fastest train
1h 6m
First train
05:20
Last train
21:43
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 $8 (€7)

Train companies: Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and Caledonian Sleeper from Preston to Carlisle trains

Find the best trains to Carlisle from Preston with Omio's travel partners Virgin Trains, TransPennine Express and Caledonian Sleeper from $10 (€9). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best trip.

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.

Train information from Preston to Carlisle with Virgin Trains:

  • Average Duration: 1 h 7 min
  • Cheapest Price: $10
  • Virgin Trains frequency: 10 a day

FAQs: Trains from Preston to Carlisle

FAQs: Travel by train from Preston 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 Preston to Carlisle.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Preston to Carlisle can start from as little as $11 (€10) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Preston to Carlisle is $23 (€21); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Preston to Carlisle train time is 1 h 6 min   covering the 78 mile (126 km) long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Preston to Carlisle leaves at 5: 36 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Preston to Carlisle leaves at 9: 43 PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Preston to Carlisle without having to change trains with Avanti West Coast or first_transpennine_express. There are 7 direct trains from Preston to Carlisle each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best Preston to Carlisle train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Preston and Carlisle to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 43 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Preston, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 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 day trip to Carlisle from Preston is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 6 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Preston to Carlisle by train is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Carlisle from Preston including taking a train or bus.

Popular train stations from Preston to Carlisle

Preston
Carlisle
The major train station for departures in Preston is Preston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Preston for your trip from Preston to Carlisle.
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Distance to city center
1 km
The major train station for arrivals in Carlisle is Carlisle. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Carlisle for your journey to Carlisle from Preston.
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park 2
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Public transit options for Carlisle
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station

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