4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Barrow-in-Furness
Cheapest price
£4
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Barrow-in-Furness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Barrow-in-Furness will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £4.
Of the 2 trains that leave Carlisle for Barrow-in-Furness every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 89 km distance in an average of 3 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 14 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.
16:104h14Carlisle20:24Barrow-in-Furness£41One-way0 changes- 9:223h20Carlisle12:42Barrow-in-Furness£81One-way0 changes
- 9:223h20Carlisle12:42Barrow-in-Furness£81One-way0 changes
- 16:104h14Carlisle20:24Barrow-in-Furness£41One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Carlisle to Barrow-in-Furness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Barrow-in-Furness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £53.
Distance: 89 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £53 Average Price |
3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Carlisle to Barrow-in-Furness train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Barrow-in-Furness trains for today, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:08 Carlisle | 2h56 | 13:04 Barrow-in-Furness | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 31 May | |||||
| 9:22 Carlisle | 3h20 | 12:42 Barrow-in-Furness | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Carlisle to Barrow-in-Furness by train or coach
Compare train and coach 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.
31 May
01 Jun
02 Jun
03 Jun
04 Jun
05 Jun
06 Jun
Why should you book Carlisle to Barrow-in-Furness trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Carlisle to Barrow-in-Furness.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Carlisle to Barrow-in-Furness.
Why book with Omio over Trip, Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast or TransPennine Express to find the best option for your trip from Carlisle to Barrow-in-Furness.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Carlisle to Barrow-in-Furness.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Barrow-in-Furness
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Carlisle to Barrow-in-Furness run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:35, the last at 21:33. The fastest train covers the 89 km distance in 2h 56m.
Distance 89 km |
Average train duration 2h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 2h 56m |
First train 4:35 |
Last train 21:33 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express from Carlisle to Barrow-in-Furness trainsNorthern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Carlisle and Barrow-in-Furness from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail
Avanti West Coast
TransPennine Express
FAQs: Carlisle to Barrow-in-Furness train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Barrow-in-Furness 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 Barrow-in-Furness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Barrow-in-Furness
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
- Car Park: Station Car Park 2
- 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
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 4/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 8.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 04:45 - 19:30 Sunday 08:00 - 17:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step free access across the station using lifts provided
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- 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: Yes
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off on Station Car Park.
Most popular train connections from Carlisle
More options for your journey from Carlisle to Barrow-in-Furness
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular trains to and from Barrow-in-Furness and Carlisle
Most popular train connections to Barrow-in-Furness
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
