17:422h03Carlisle19:45Prescot£551One-way1 change
5:432h03Carlisle7:46Prescot£1141One-way1 change
6:471h59Carlisle8:46Prescot£1141One-way1 change
7:032h14Carlisle9:17Prescot£1141One-way1 change
7:462h00Carlisle9:46Prescot£1141One-way1 change
16:071h54Carlisle18:01Prescot£1141One-way1 change
10:501h56Carlisle12:46Prescot£1141One-way1 change
12:501h56Carlisle14:46Prescot£1141One-way1 change
8:491h57Carlisle10:46Prescot£1141One-way1 change
13:491h57Carlisle15:46Prescot£1141One-way1 change
Live departures
Carlisle to Prescot train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Prescot trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:48 Carlisle | 1h58 | 13:46 Prescot | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:49 Carlisle | 1h57 | 15:46 Prescot | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:48 Carlisle | 1h58 | 17:46 Prescot | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:51 Carlisle | 1h55 | 19:46 Prescot | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:48 Carlisle | 1h58 | 21:46 Prescot | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:18 Carlisle | 2h53 | 23:11 Prescot | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:26 Carlisle | 8h34 | 6:00 Prescot | 1 change | |
| Monday 6 July | |||||
![]() | 5:43 Carlisle | 2h03 | 7:46 Prescot | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:47 Carlisle | 1h59 | 8:46 Prescot | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:03 Carlisle | 2h14 | 9:17 Prescot | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle to Prescot
Typically, there are 16 trains per day from Carlisle to Prescot, including direct trains, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 08:05, the last at 17:22. The fastest train covers the 163 km distance in 1h 54m.
Distance 163 km |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Lowest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 1h 54m |
First train 8:05 |
Last train 17:22 |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express from Carlisle to Prescot trainsAvanti West Coast, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Carlisle and Prescot 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 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Prescot
Most Carlisle to Prescot trains use the Carlisle to Prescot station pair, with some services arriving at Eccleston Park. Use this guide to compare Carlisle and Prescot train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Carlisle station do trains to Prescot 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.
Which Prescot station do trains from Carlisle arrive at?
Getting to Prescot from Prescot city centre
Prescot train station facilities and services
Prescot has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Prescot.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Prescot.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Prescot: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Prescot: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Prescot: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, access to all platforms using station lifts, a stepped footbridge is also available, station is fully accessible, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Eccleston Park from Prescot city centre
Eccleston Park is 1 km from Prescot city centre. Public transport options include:
Eccleston Park train station facilities and services
Eccleston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Eccleston Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Eccleston Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Eccleston Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Eccleston Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Access to Wigan platform down a 25 metre ramp from Portico Lane. Use road bridge to access platform from ticket office. It should be noted that the road bridge has a very narrow footpath, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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