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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Reading to Carlisle
Cheapest price
$177
Average price
$233
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 35 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
404 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Reading to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Reading to Carlisle will cost around $233 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $177.
Of the 3 trains that leave Reading for Carlisle on Mon, Dec 01, 3 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 404 km distance in an average of 5 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
On Mon, Dec 01 the slowest trains will take 7 h 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, bus, and flight for Reading to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €65, and a train costs an average of €69.
Distance: 251 miles (404 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€145 Average price | €72 Average price Cheapest | €104 Average price |
4h 59m Average total duration 4h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 34m Average total duration 12h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Reading to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Reading 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:15 AM Reading | 4h50 | 1:05 PM Carlisle | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, December 1 | |||||
| 1:24 AM Reading | 7h00 | 8:24 AM Carlisle | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:48 AM Reading | 4h59 | 9:47 AM Carlisle | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:15 AM Reading | 4h45 | 10:00 AM Carlisle | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Reading to Carlisle
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Trains from Reading to Carlisle run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $85 (€69) but you can travel from only $81 (€65) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:45, the last at 19:49. The fastest train covers the 251 miles (404 km) distance in 4h 42m.
Distance 251 miles (404 km) |
Average train duration 4h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $85 (€69) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 42m |
First train 01:45 |
Last train 19:49 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Reading to Carlisle trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Reading and Carlisle from $81 (€65). 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 Reading to Carlisle
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Reading 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 Reading to Carlisle
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 22:45 Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 07:15 - 22:45 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are sold at the following times only: Mon - Sat 08:00 - 20:00 and Sun 09:00 - 20:00
- Car Park: Multi Storey Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: platforms can be reached via lift and bridge, ticket office is step free.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxi are available at the station entrance. please request staff assistance if you need to.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance by the ticket office and at the car park.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Toilets are located on Station Platforms and in The Brunel Arcade building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station, underground short stay car park and long stay car park.
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: At the North side of the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 10:45 Saturday - Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 - This station has a degree of step free access but only to Platform 1 and only if accessed via Tilehurst Road. Otherwise this station can be classified as Category C. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Towards Reading: Bus Stop on Oxford Road under Railway Bridge. Heading away from Reading Bus Stop on Oxford Road, outside McDonalds.
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TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
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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