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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Carlisle
Cheapest price
£156
Average price
£156
Fastest journey
7 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
380 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Carlisle will cost around £156 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £156.
Of the 1 trains that leave Cardiff 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 380 km distance in an average of 7 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 30 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.
8:457h30Cardiff16:15Carlisle£1561One-way0 changes
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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff to Carlisle
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Carlisle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 380 km
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£96 Average Price | £33 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration 9h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cardiff to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 8:42 Cardiff | 5h10 | 13:52 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 9:45 Cardiff | 5h06 | 14:51 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 10:43 Cardiff | 5h18 | 16:01 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 11:40 Cardiff | 5h21 | 17:01 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 12:39 Cardiff | 5h28 | 18:07 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 13:51 Cardiff | 5h14 | 19:05 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 14:55 Cardiff | 5h05 | 20:00 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 15:55 Cardiff | 5h10 | 21:05 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 18:42 Cardiff | 7h09 | 1:51 Carlisle | 1 change | |
| 21:11 Cardiff | 10h43 | 7:54 Carlisle | 1 change | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Transport for Wales or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Cardiff to Carlisle.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Carlisle
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Carlisle run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £52 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 19:49. The fastest train covers the 380 km distance in 5h 7m.
Distance 380 km |
Average train duration 4h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £52 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 7m |
First train 4:15 |
Last train 19:49 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Carlisle trainsAvanti West Coast, Transport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Carlisle from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff to Carlisle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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 Cardiff and Carlisle
Most Cardiff to Carlisle trains use the Cardiff Central to Carlisle station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Carlisle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
Getting to Ninian Park from Cardiff city centre
Ninian Park is 1 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Ninian Park train station facilities and services
Ninian Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ninian Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ninian Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Ninian Park: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ninian Park: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B2. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) from Leckwith Road. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Radyr) Leckwith Road via a ramp with a steep gradient, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Carlisle station do trains from Cardiff 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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