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The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Cleethorpes
Showing times and prices for 07 Nov
Cheapest price
£105
Average price
£105
Fastest journey
4 h 26 m
Average duration
4 h 43 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
241 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Cleethorpes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Cleethorpes will cost around £105 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £105.
Fast trains
To travel from Carlisle to Cleethorpes you need to make at least 2 changes.
06:305h21
Carlisle11:51Cleethorpes
£1051One-way
1 change
07:345h17
Carlisle12:51Cleethorpes
£1051One-way
1 change
08:355h15
Carlisle13:50Cleethorpes
£1051One-way
1 change
09:325h19
Carlisle14:51Cleethorpes
£1051One-way
1 change
10:355h17
Carlisle15:52Cleethorpes
£1051One-way
1 change
17:244h26
Carlisle21:50Cleethorpes
£2031One-way
3 changes
09:224h28
Carlisle13:50Cleethorpes
£2031One-way
3 changes
06:594h52
Carlisle11:51Cleethorpes
£2031One-way
3 changes
10:584h54
Carlisle15:52Cleethorpes
£1171One-way
2 changes
12:534h57
Carlisle17:50Cleethorpes
£2031One-way
3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Carlisle to Cleethorpes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Cleethorpes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a train costs an average of £105.
Distance: 241 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£136 Average Price | £40 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 0m Average total duration 12h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Carlisle to Cleethorpes train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Cleethorpes trains for today, Thursday 6 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 08:12
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:35 Carlisle | 5h15 | 13:50 Cleethorpes | 1 change | |
| Friday 7 November | |||||
| 05:49 Carlisle | 5h02 | 10:51 Cleethorpes | 2 changes | |
| 06:30 Carlisle | 5h21 | 11:51 Cleethorpes | 1 change | |
| 06:59 Carlisle | 4h52 | 11:51 Cleethorpes | 3 changes | |
| 07:34 Carlisle | 5h17 | 12:51 Cleethorpes | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Cleethorpes
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Trains from Carlisle to Cleethorpes run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £105 but you can travel from only £40 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:35, the last at 17:24. The fastest train covers the 241 km distance in 4h 26m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £40
Distance 241 km |
Average train duration 4h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £105 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 26m |
First train 08:35 |
Last train 17:24 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £40
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Carlisle to Cleethorpes trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Carlisle and Cleethorpes from £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 17m
Cheapest Price
£16
TransPennine Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 26m
Cheapest Price
£117
Northern Trains Limited frequency
12 a day
FAQs: Carlisle to Cleethorpes train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Cleethorpes 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 Cleethorpes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The train distance from Carlisle to Cleethorpes is 241 km.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Cleethorpes is typically recommended to explore its beaches, enjoy the local attractions like the Cleethorpes Coast Light Railway, and experience the vibrant promenade.
To get from Carlisle to Cleethorpes, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train journey from Carlisle to Cleethorpes covers a distance of 241 km and takes approximately 4h 26m. Trains run 6 per day.
Booking trains from Carlisle to Cleethorpes in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Carlisle to Cleethorpes leaves at 8:35.
The cost of a train ticket from Carlisle to Cleethorpes can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £105, while the average price tends to be around £136.
The last train from Carlisle to Cleethorpes departs at 17:24.
The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Cleethorpes is by coach, costing approximately £40.
Trains from Carlisle to Cleethorpes run approximately 6 times per day.
The train station in Carlisle that goes to Cleethorpes is Carlisle station (CAR), and it arrives at Cleethorpes station (CLE).
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Carlisle to Cleethorpes.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Carlisle to Cleethorpes.
There is no night train service from Carlisle to Cleethorpes.
Yes, you can take the train from Carlisle to Cleethorpes.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Cleethorpes
Carlisle
Cleethorpes
The major train station for departures in Carlisle is Carlisle. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Carlisle for your trip from Carlisle to Cleethorpes.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Shopping
- Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park 2
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 8.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Carlisle
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station
The major train station for arrivals in Cleethorpes is Cleethorpes. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Cleethorpes for your journey to Cleethorpes from Carlisle.
Amenities at train station
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:45 - 19:30 Saturday 06:45 - 19:30 Sunday 09:00 - 19:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Level access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 05:00 - 21:45 Sunday: 07:15 - 21:45 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided.
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Station Concourse; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Within car park, within station, on station concourse
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Cleethorpes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement buses will depart from the station car park. Northern replacement buses pick up / drop off at the entrance to the station car park
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