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The Folly Museum of North Craven Life
Working public gallery and studio complex in Settle, showing contemporary art and craft in a converted mill with changing exhibitions.
Cheapest price on 02 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 02 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 02 Sept
1 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 02 Sept
1 h 28 m
Trains on 02 Sept
1
Distance
101 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Settle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Carlisle to Settle will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
On Wed 02 Sept, we found 1 trains from Carlisle to Settle, including 1 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 101 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 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.


The table below shows live departures for Carlisle to Settle trains for today, Tuesday 1 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:37 Carlisle | 1h28 | 14:05 Settle | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Carlisle to Settle run on average 3 times per day, taking around 1h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 20:13. The fastest train covers the 101 km distance in 1h 38m.
Distance 101 km |
Average train duration 1h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 38m |
First train 5:48 |
Last train 20:13 |
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Discover the best of Settle — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Settle trip today.
Working public gallery and studio complex in Settle, showing contemporary art and craft in a converted mill with changing exhibitions.
Local history museum in a listed house, interpreting everyday life, farming and trade across North Craven through objects and displays.
Volunteer-run gallery in a former chapel, presenting exhibitions by local and visiting artists and adding a cultural stop near the station.
Dramatic limestone outcrop above Settle, reached by a rewarding walk and loved for wide views over the town and surrounding Dales.
Waterfall and riverside beauty spot just outside Settle, popular for walks, scenery and spotting leaping salmon in season.
Easy riverside walking area from town, giving a quieter local perspective with water, trees and access towards open countryside.
A crumbly Yorkshire cheese traditionally made from cow’s milk. It is a classic regional food in the Dales and often served with fruit cake.
Traditional Yorkshire curd tart made with fresh curd cheese, eggs, sugar and nutmeg. A long-standing regional bake linked to old farmhouse cooking.
A rich fruit loaf packed with currants, peel and spice. It is a much-loved Yorkshire tea-time bake, often eaten sliced with butter or cheese.
Popular café and bakery known for breakfasts, lunches, cakes and good coffee in a friendly, informal setting.
Stylish bistro and bar in Settle offering modern British cooking, drinks and a smart but welcoming atmosphere.
Long-established riverside pub with hearty meals, local beers and a traditional interior popular with walkers and visitors.
Moderate for a small Yorkshire market town. Dining and lodging are usually cheaper than major UK cities, but tourist stays and limited transport can raise overall costs.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual for good service if not already added. Round up in cafés and taxis, but it is not expected everywhere.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Settle 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 Settle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Carlisle to Settle trains use the Carlisle to Settle station pair. Use this guide to compare Carlisle and Settle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options are available at Carlisle.
ATMs are available at Carlisle.
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.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Carlisle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Carlisle: Bike Parking.
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.
Settle has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Settle.
Ticket office support is available at Settle.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Settle: Parking, WC.
Available at Settle: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Settle: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Step-free Access to platform 2 (to Carlisle is via a staff operated pedestrian foot crossing (Barrow Crossing). When un-staffed, access to platform 2 is via a stepped footbridge. Level access from booking office, car park and station entrance to platform 1 (to Leeds). If you are unable to use the stairs and are travelling outside of staffing hours please contact 0800 138 5560 for advice on alternative accessible road transport, 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: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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