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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackburn to Carlisle
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£100
Fastest journey
1 h 25 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
131 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackburn to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Blackburn to Carlisle will cost around £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
To travel from Blackburn to Carlisle you need to make at least one change.
12:371h44Blackburn14:21Carlisle£501One-way1 change- 6:141h40Blackburn7:54Carlisle£1041One-way1 change
- 7:221h38Blackburn9:00Carlisle£1041One-way1 change
- 7:371h43Blackburn9:20Carlisle£1041One-way1 change
- 8:221h37Blackburn9:59Carlisle£1041One-way1 change
- 9:221h25Blackburn10:47Carlisle£1041One-way1 change
- 11:221h25Blackburn12:47Carlisle£1041One-way1 change
- 12:221h25Blackburn13:47Carlisle£1041One-way1 change
- 13:221h25Blackburn14:47Carlisle£1041One-way1 change
- 14:221h25Blackburn15:47Carlisle£1041One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Blackburn to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackburn to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £23.
Distance: 131 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£27 Average Price Cheapest | £30 Average Price |
2h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 52m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Blackburn to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackburn to Carlisle trains for today, Monday 20 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:22 Blackburn | 1h29 | 21:51 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 21:22 Blackburn | 1h30 | 22:52 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 23:37 Blackburn | 2h38 | 2:15 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 21 July | |||||
| 6:14 Blackburn | 1h40 | 7:54 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 7:22 Blackburn | 1h38 | 9:00 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 7:37 Blackburn | 1h43 | 9:20 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 8:22 Blackburn | 1h37 | 9:59 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 9:22 Blackburn | 1h25 | 10:47 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 10:22 Blackburn | 1h26 | 11:48 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 11:22 Blackburn | 1h25 | 12:47 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 12:22 Blackburn | 1h25 | 13:47 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 12:37 Blackburn | 1h44 | 14:21 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 13:22 Blackburn | 1h25 | 14:47 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 14:22 Blackburn | 1h25 | 15:47 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 15:22 Blackburn | 1h25 | 16:47 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 16:22 Blackburn | 1h31 | 17:53 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 17:22 Blackburn | 1h26 | 18:48 Carlisle | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackburn to Carlisle
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Blackburn to Carlisle run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 21:33. The fastest train covers the 131 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 131 km |
Average train duration 1h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 10m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 21:33 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Blackburn to Carlisle trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Blackburn and Carlisle from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Blackburn to Carlisle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackburn 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 Blackburn and Carlisle
Most Blackburn to Carlisle trains use the Blackburn to Carlisle station pair. Use this guide to compare Blackburn and Carlisle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Blackburn station do trains to Carlisle leave from?
Getting to Blackburn from Blackburn city centre
Blackburn train station facilities and services
Blackburn has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackburn.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Blackburn.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackburn: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackburn: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackburn: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access from station front to subway up 10 metre ramp or 4 steps from which a passenger lift and steep 20 metre ramp gives access to ticket office and platforms 1, 2 and 3 and by separate ramp to platform 4. Lifts available from first to last train, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located at the bottom of platform 4, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Mill Hill (Lancs) from Blackburn city centre
Mill Hill (Lancs) is 1 km from Blackburn city centre. Public transport options include:
Mill Hill (Lancs) train station facilities and services
Mill Hill (Lancs) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mill Hill (Lancs): Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mill Hill (Lancs): Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category C Station, Acces to platform down 30 steps with rest platform and handrail. Island platform accessed only by stairs, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Carlisle station do trains from Blackburn 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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