The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Prescot
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£104
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
1 h 56 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Prescot is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Prescot will cost around £104 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
To travel from Carlisle to Prescot you need to make at least one change.










Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Carlisle to Prescot
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Prescot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £56.
Distance: 163 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£115 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 39m Average total duration 6h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Carlisle to Prescot train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Prescot trains for tomorrow, Thursday 1 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:43 Carlisle | 2h04 | 07:47 Prescot | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:47 Carlisle | 1h59 | 08:46 Prescot | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:03 Carlisle | 2h12 | 09:15 Prescot | 1 change | |
![]() | 07:46 Carlisle | 2h00 | 09:46 Prescot | 1 change | |
![]() | 08:07 Carlisle | 2h11 | 10:18 Prescot | 1 change |
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Compare prices and tickets Carlisle to Prescot by coach or train
Compare coach and train 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Prescot
Trains from Carlisle to Prescot run on average 25 times per day, taking around 2h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £56 but you can travel from only £22 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 08:04, the last at 17:04. The fastest train covers the 163 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 163 km |
Average train duration 2h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £56 |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 1h 55m |
First train 08:04 |
Last train 17:04 |
Train companies: first_transpennine_express, Avanti West Coast from Carlisle to Prescot trainsfirst_transpennine_express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Carlisle and Prescot from £22. 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 Prescot train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Prescot 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 Prescot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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