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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Airport
Cheapest price
£54
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
2 h 7 m
Average duration
2 h 7 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Airport will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £54.
Of the 5 trains that leave Carlisle station (CAR) for Manchester Airport every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 175 km distance in an average of 2 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 7 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 8 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.
Live departures
Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Airport trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 05:43 Carlisle station (CAR) | 2h32 | 08:15 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| 06:47 Carlisle station (CAR) | 2h28 | 09:15 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| 07:35 Carlisle station (CAR) | 2h07 | 09:42 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:46 Carlisle station (CAR) | 2h29 | 10:15 Manchester Airport | 1 change | |
| 08:35 Carlisle station (CAR) | 2h07 | 10:42 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Airport
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Trains from Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Airport run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 21:32. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 175 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 05:43 |
Last train 21:32 |
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express from Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Airport trainsTransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Carlisle station (CAR) and Manchester Airport from £55. 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 station (CAR) to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle station (CAR) to Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle station (CAR) and Manchester Airport
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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
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