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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bedford to Carlisle
Cheapest price
£126
Average price
£126
Fastest journey
5 h 4 m
Average duration
5 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
348 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bedford to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bedford to Carlisle will cost around £126 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £126.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bedford for Carlisle every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 348 km distance in an average of 5 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 4 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.
10:565h04Bedford16:00Carlisle£1261One-way0 changes
- 10:565h04Bedford16:00Carlisle£1261One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Bedford to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bedford to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a flight costs an average of £214.
Distance: 348 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£126 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest | £214 Average Price |
5h 46m Average total duration 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 55m Average total duration 9h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bedford to Carlisle
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bedford to Carlisle run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £126 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:08, the last at 19:49. The fastest train covers the 348 km distance in 5h 4m.
Distance 348 km |
Average train duration 5h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £126 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 4m |
First train 8:08 |
Last train 19:49 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Bedford to Carlisle trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Bedford and Carlisle from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bedford to Carlisle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bedford 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
Important Stations and Airports in Bedford and Carlisle
Most Bedford to Carlisle trains use the Bedford to Carlisle station pair. Use this guide to compare Bedford and Carlisle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bedford station do trains to Carlisle leave from?
Bedford train station facilities and services
Bedford has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bedford.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bedford. ATMs are available at Bedford.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bedford.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bedford: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bedford: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bedford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station: This station has step-free level access to all platforms via lifts. Assistance Meeting Point is adjacent to the taxi rank at the front of the station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All Thameslink ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Wheelchairs may only be available when the station is staffed, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Carlisle station do trains from Bedford arrive at?
Getting to Carlisle from Carlisle city centre
Carlisle train station facilities and services
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
Food and drink options are available at Carlisle.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Carlisle.
Tickets and information
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.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Carlisle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Carlisle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
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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