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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£85
Average price
£85
Fastest journey
5 h 26 m
Average duration
5 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
380 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Cardiff will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £85.
Of the 1 trains that leave Carlisle for Cardiff 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 5 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 26 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.
10:595h26Carlisle16:25Cardiff£851One-way0 changes
- 10:595h26Carlisle16:25Cardiff£851One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Carlisle to Cardiff
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Cardiff 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 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £85.
Distance: 380 km
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£111 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 41m Average total duration 9h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Carlisle to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Cardiff trains for today, Tuesday 14 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 9:10 Carlisle | 5h34 | 14:44 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:07 Carlisle | 4h37 | 14:44 Cardiff | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of Avanti West Coast or Caledonian Sleeper to find the best option for your trip from Carlisle to Cardiff.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Cardiff
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Trains from Carlisle to Cardiff run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £85 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:08, the last at 20:07. The fastest train covers the 380 km distance in 4h 37m.
Distance 380 km |
Average train duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £85 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 37m |
First train 4:08 |
Last train 20:07 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper from Carlisle to Cardiff trainsTransport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between Carlisle and Cardiff 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: Carlisle to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Cardiff
Most Carlisle to Cardiff trains use the Carlisle to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Whitchurch (Cardiff). Use this guide to compare Carlisle and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Carlisle station do trains to Cardiff leave from?
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.
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 Whitchurch (Cardiff) from Cardiff city centre
Whitchurch (Cardiff) is 5 km from Cardiff city centre. Public transport options include:
Whitchurch (Cardiff) train station facilities and services
Whitchurch (Cardiff) 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 Whitchurch (Cardiff): Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Whitchurch (Cardiff): Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Whitchurch (Cardiff): Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B Step free access to the platform from Pen y Dre, 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.
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