- Must visit
Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery
Leading city museum and gallery with Roman, Border Reiver, natural history, and art collections in a historic house.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
$211
Average ticket price on Sep 19
$256
Fastest journey on Sep 19
5 h 32 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
5 h 33 m
Trains on Sep 19
14
Distance
456 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Southampton to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Southampton to Carlisle will cost around $256 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $211.
It's difficult to get from Southampton to Carlisle without transferring at least 3 times.
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C42148Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Southampton to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $48 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, while a flight costs an average of $255.
Distance: 283 miles (456 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$177 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $255 Average price | $121 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 35m Average total duration 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 7m Average total duration 10h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Southampton to Carlisle:
A bus is $129 (€106) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Southampton to Carlisle costing on average $177 (€145).
A bus is $206 (€169) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Southampton to Carlisle costing on average $255 (€208).
Other travel options to Carlisle take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 5m.
Bus takes on average 10h 37m.
You'll arrive about 1h 0m sooner (5h 5m by train vs 6h 5m by car). Tickets start at around $177 (€145) compared to roughly $121 (€99) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Southampton to Carlisle trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G00850+ C01370 | 6:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h46 | 12:01 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 transfer | |
W33533+ L78748+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 6:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h17 | 12:47 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 2 transfers | |
G00852+ W33753 | 7:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h45 | 1:00 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 transfer | |
W33533+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ G00852+ W34463 | 7:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h32 | 12:47 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 3 transfers | |
W33379+ L80349+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 7:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h17 | 1:47 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 2 transfers | |
W33379+ G00856+ C42288+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston | 8:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h32 | 1:47 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 3 transfers | |
W33738+ L80357+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston | 8:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h18 | 2:48 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 2 transfers | |
W33738+ G00859+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ Y15273 | 9:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h33 | 2:48 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 3 transfers | |
W33773+ Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ L80066 | 9:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h18 | 3:48 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 2 transfers | |
G00862+ C01373 | 10:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h48 | 4:03 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 transfer | |
G00862+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ W33773+ C42148 | 10:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h33 | 3:48 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 3 transfers | |
Tube from London Waterloo to London Euston+ W33793+ L80070 | 10:30 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 6h18 | 4:48 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 2 transfers | |
G00868+ W33797 | 11:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h48 | 5:03 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 transfer | |
G00868+ W33793+ Tube from London Paddington to London Euston+ W34541 | 11:15 AM Southampton Central (SOU) | 5h33 | 4:48 PM Carlisle station (CAR) | 3 transfers | |
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Compare train, bus, and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Trains from Southampton to Carlisle run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $70 (€57) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:45, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 283 miles (456 km) distance in 4h 44m.
Distance 283 miles (456 km) |
Average train duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $70 (€57) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 44m |
First train 1:45 AM |
Last train 9:30 PM |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Carlisle — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Carlisle trip today.
Leading city museum and gallery with Roman, Border Reiver, natural history, and art collections in a historic house.
Major museum inside Carlisle Castle exploring Cumbria's military past, regimental history, and border conflicts.
Hands-on Roman frontier gallery at Tullie House presenting Hadrian's Wall finds and frontier life in Cumbria.
Large central park with historic features, play areas, walks, and frequent events near the city centre.
Popular riverside park with trails, picnic areas, and open green space ideal for walking or relaxing by the Eden.
Attractive riverside walk near the castle and cathedral, offering green views and one of Carlisle's best strolls.
Cumberland Sausage is the area’s signature coiled pork sausage, seasoned with pepper and herbs. It is a protected regional specialty long associated with Cumbria.
A hearty hotpot of lamb or mutton with onions and sliced potatoes, linked to old Cumbrian farm cooking and valued for its simple, filling character.
This traditional Cumbrian soup combines ham broth, split peas and vegetables. It reflects frugal northern cooking and is still a comforting local staple.
Established city-centre restaurant known for polished modern British cooking, tasting menus and a refined but relaxed atmosphere.
Well-regarded independent bistro focused on locally sourced British food, steaks and seasonal specials in a casual setting.
Historic traditional pub serving cask ales and classic British dishes in a characterful setting close to Carlisle Castle.
Moderate for the UK: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than major cities, while local buses and trains are standard regional prices.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up small cafe bills and taxi fares.
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Carlisle Railway Station -> Carlisle City Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Southampton 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.

Most Southampton to Carlisle trains use the Southampton Airport Parkway to Carlisle station pair. Use this guide to compare Southampton and Carlisle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Southampton Airport Parkway is 5 km from Southampton city centre. Public transport options include:
Southampton Airport Parkway has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Airport Parkway. ATMs are available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Airport Parkway.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Airport Parkway: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Southampton Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Southampton Central.
Wi-Fi is available at Southampton Central. ATMs are available at Southampton Central.
Ticket office support is available at Southampton Central.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Southampton Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Southampton Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Southampton Central: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Carlisle has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Carlisle.
ATMs are available at Carlisle.
Ticket office support is available at Carlisle. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Carlisle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Carlisle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Carlisle: 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.
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