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W342136:532h07Bolton station (BON)9:00Carlisle station (CAR)£291One-way1 change
W851657:381h34Bolton station (BON)9:12Carlisle station (CAR)£301One-way0 changes- W851646:381h37Bolton station (BON)8:15Carlisle station (CAR)£321One-way0 changes
- W851688:381h36Bolton station (BON)10:14Carlisle station (CAR)£321One-way0 changes
- G89040+W340236:081h46Bolton station (BON)7:54Carlisle station (CAR)£321One-way1 change
- W851657:381h34Bolton station (BON)9:12Carlisle station (CAR)£301One-way0 changes
- W851688:381h36Bolton station (BON)10:14Carlisle station (CAR)£321One-way0 changes
- W851646:381h37Bolton station (BON)8:15Carlisle station (CAR)£321One-way0 changes
- G89042+
Y147568:081h41Bolton station (BON)9:49Carlisle station (CAR)£361One-way1 change - G89040+W340236:081h46Bolton station (BON)7:54Carlisle station (CAR)£321One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bolton to Carlisle
The cheapest option from Bolton to Carlisle is coach, with an average price of £26. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Carlisle among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 150 km
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2h 13m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 24m Average total duration 6h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bolton to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Carlisle trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| W85171 | On time 9:44 Bolton station (BON) | 1h48 | 11:32 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33357+C31721 | Delayed 9:54 10:12Bolton station (BON) | 1h54 | 12:06 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 change | |
| W85178 | On time 10:43 Bolton station (BON) | 1h37 | 12:20 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85180 | On time 11:44 Bolton station (BON) | 1h32 | 13:16 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33144+G89066 | Delayed 11:42 12:08Bolton station (BON) | 1h44 | 13:52 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 change | |
| W85184 | On time 12:44 Bolton station (BON) | 1h33 | 14:17 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33297+G89048 | Delayed 13:42 14:08Bolton station (BON) | 1h41 | 15:49 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 change | |
| W85192 | On time 14:44 Bolton station (BON) | 1h32 | 16:16 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33315+G89068 | Delayed 14:42 15:08Bolton station (BON) | 1h42 | 16:50 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 change | |
| W85195 | On time 15:44 Bolton station (BON) | 1h33 | 17:17 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33319+G89050 | Delayed 15:42 16:08Bolton station (BON) | 1h46 | 17:54 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 change | |
| W85200 | On time 16:44 Bolton station (BON) | 1h32 | 18:16 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33183+G89052 | Delayed 16:42 17:08Bolton station (BON) | 1h42 | 18:50 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 change | |
| W85203 | On time 17:45 Bolton station (BON) | 1h33 | 19:18 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85209 | On time 18:43 Bolton station (BON) | 1h32 | 20:15 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W33365+G89054 | Delayed 18:42 19:08Bolton station (BON) | 1h44 | 20:52 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 change | |
| G89056+W33290 | On time 20:08 Bolton station (BON) | 1h43 | 21:51 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 change | |
| G89598+W85211 | On time 20:20 Bolton station (BON) | 2h00 | 22:20 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 change | |
| Monday 6 July | |||||
| W34023+G89040 | 6:08 Bolton station (BON) | 1h46 | 7:54 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 change | |
| W85164 | 6:38 Bolton station (BON) | 1h37 | 8:15 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34213+G89545 | 6:53 Bolton station (BON) | 2h07 | 9:00 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1 change | |
| W85165 | 7:38 Bolton station (BON) | 1h34 | 9:12 Carlisle station (CAR) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Carlisle
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Typically, there are 5 trains per day from Bolton to Carlisle, including 2 direct trains, taking around 1h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £20 but you can travel from only £17 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 1h 43m |
Lowest ticket price £20 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 5:30 |
Last train 21:35 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 6 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express from Bolton to Carlisle trainsAvanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Bolton and Carlisle from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bolton to Carlisle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton 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 Bolton and Carlisle
Most Bolton to Carlisle trains use the Bolton to Carlisle station pair. Use this guide to compare Bolton and Carlisle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bolton station do trains to Carlisle leave from?
Getting to Bolton from Bolton city centre
Bolton is 1 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolton train station facilities and services
Bolton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bolton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bolton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bolton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bolton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bolton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, this station is scooter friendly, a scooter permit is required for travel, Level access through the ticket barriers to an overpass and via lifts to all platforms. Lifts available from first to last trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Lostock from Bolton city centre
Lostock is 4 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Lostock train station facilities and services
Lostock has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lostock.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lostock: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Lostock: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lostock: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Level access from car park (22 paces, 1:12 slope) and Booking office to Bolton/Manchester platform. For services to Preston, separate ramped access (96 paces, 1:10 slope) from Rumworth Road overbridge onto the platform, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Hall I' Th' Wood from Bolton city centre
Hall I' Th' Wood is 2 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hall I' Th' Wood train station facilities and services
Hall I' Th' Wood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, Platforms are both accessed via a long set of step from street level, there is no step free route to the platforms, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Carlisle station do trains from Bolton 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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