Carlisle to Styal train with TransPennine Express

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle to Styal

Showing times and prices for 07 Dec

Cheapest price

£72

Average price

£97

Fastest journey

2 h 54 m

Average duration

3 h 30 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

178 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle to Styal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Carlisle to Styal will cost around £97 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Carlisle for Styal every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 178 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 54 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 41 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.

TransPennine Express
10:342h54
Carlisle
13:28Styal
£721One-way
0 changes
Northern Rail (3)
10:474h41
Carlisle
15:28Styal
£721One-way
0 changes
TransPennine Express
12:332h55
Carlisle
15:28Styal
£1471One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Carlisle to Styal

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Carlisle to Styal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £72.

Distance: 178 km

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Coach

£72

Average Price

£28

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Cheapest

3h 52m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 22m

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Additional time*

4h 28m

Average total duration

3h 58m

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Carlisle to Styal

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Trains from Carlisle to Styal run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £72 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 21:32. The fastest train covers the 178 km distance in 2h 59m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £26
Distance
178 km
Average train duration
3h 22m
Cheapest ticket price
£72
Trains per day
2
Fastest train
2h 59m
First train
05:43
Last train
21:32
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £26

Train companies: TransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, Avanti West Coast from Carlisle to Styal trainsTransPennine Express, first_transpennine_express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Carlisle and Styal from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 31m
Cheapest Price
£72
TransPennine Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 59m
Cheapest Price
£72
Avanti West Coast frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

first_transpennine_express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 29m
Cheapest Price
£60
first_transpennine_express frequency
11 a day

FAQs: Carlisle to Styal train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle to Styal 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 Styal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The train distance from Carlisle to Styal is 178 km.
To fully enjoy Styal, a visit of one to two days is typically sufficient, allowing time to explore the Quarry Bank Mill and the surrounding woodland trails.
The train journey from Carlisle to Styal covers a distance of 178 km and takes approximately 2h 59m. Trains run 2 per day.
Booking trains from Carlisle to Styal in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Carlisle to Styal can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £72, while the average price tends to be around £72.
The first train from Carlisle to Styal leaves at 5:43.
The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Styal is by coach, costing approximately £26.
To get from Carlisle to Styal, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The last train from Carlisle to Styal departs at 21:32.
The train station in Carlisle that goes to Styal is Carlisle station (CAR), and it arrives at Styal station (SYA).
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Carlisle to Styal.
Yes, you can take the train from Carlisle to Styal.
Trains from Carlisle to Styal run approximately 2 times per day.
A day trip from Carlisle to Styal is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 59m. Trains run 2 times per day over a distance of 178 km.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Carlisle to Styal.
There is no night train service from Carlisle to Styal.
The train journey from Carlisle to Styal is quite scenic, offering views of the rolling countryside, quaint villages, and picturesque landscapes of Northern England.

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Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle and Styal

Carlisle
Styal
The major train station for departures in Carlisle is Carlisle. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Carlisle for your trip from Carlisle to Styal.
Amenities at train station
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 20:00 Saturday 05:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:30 - 20:00
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Newsagent
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park 2
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • 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
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 8.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
  • Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Carlisle
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station

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