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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Leeds
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 57 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
152 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Leeds will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 4 trains that leave Carlisle for Leeds every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 152 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 28 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.
7:242h43Carlisle10:07Leeds£211One-way0 changes- 8:083h28Carlisle11:36Leeds£221One-way0 changes
- 13:372h30Carlisle16:07Leeds£251One-way0 changes
7:033h07Carlisle10:10Leeds£341One-way0 changes
- 13:372h30Carlisle16:07Leeds£251One-way0 changes
- 7:242h43Carlisle10:07Leeds£211One-way0 changes
- 7:033h07Carlisle10:10Leeds£341One-way0 changes
- 8:083h28Carlisle11:36Leeds£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Carlisle to Leeds
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Leeds among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 152 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£26 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 18m Average total duration 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Carlisle to Leeds train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Leeds 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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| 7:24 Carlisle | 2h43 | 10:07 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:24 Carlisle | 2h43 | 11:07 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:06 Carlisle | 3h16 | 15:22 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:24 Carlisle | 2h42 | 20:06 Leeds | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Leeds
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Trains from Carlisle to Leeds run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:05, the last at 21:35. The fastest train covers the 152 km distance in 2h 30m.
Distance 152 km |
Average train duration 2h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 30m |
First train 2:05 |
Last train 21:35 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Carlisle to Leeds trainsNorthern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Carlisle and Leeds from £6. 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 Leeds train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Leeds
Most Carlisle to Leeds trains use the Carlisle to Leeds station pair, with some services arriving at Cottingley. Use this guide to compare Carlisle and Leeds train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Carlisle station do trains to Leeds 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 Leeds from Leeds city centre
Leeds train station facilities and services
Leeds has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Caffè Nero, KFC, Leon, McDonald's, The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Pret a Manger, JD Wetherspoon, Delice de France
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located in the West Footbridge and South Concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:45 - 23:59, Sun: 06:45 - 22:30. Information desks are located on the North Concourse near the Wellington Street entrance. Open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located on the main concourse. Services provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leeds: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leeds: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leeds: There are elevators or level access to all platforms in the whole station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Leeds City Center, The Queens Hotel, Leeds Marriott Hotel.
Getting to Cottingley from Leeds city centre
Cottingley is 4 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Cottingley train station facilities and services
Cottingley has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cottingley.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cottingley: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cottingley: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cottingley: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Platform 1 is not accessible for disabled or wheelchair bound customers because of a stepped footbridge. Platform 2 has level access.Level access to both platforms but nothing to get between the 2 platforms, Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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 Burley Park from Leeds city centre
Burley Park is 2 km from Leeds city centre. Public transport options include:
Burley Park train station facilities and services
Burley Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Burley Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Burley Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Burley Park: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Burley Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Persons in wheelchairs can gain easy access onto both platforms. However to get onto the Harrogate bound platform you have to go a long way round it will take approx 5-7 minutes, 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 ticket machines note: Cards Only - No Cash Accepted, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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