The cheapest and fastest trains from Carlisle station (CAR) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
1 h 33 m
Average duration
1 h 35 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
169 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Carlisle station (CAR) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) 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 Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) will cost around £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 3 trains that leave Carlisle station (CAR) for Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) 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 169 km distance in an average of 1 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 38 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.






Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Carlisle station (CAR) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Carlisle station (CAR) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 169 km
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2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Carlisle station (CAR) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) train times
The table below shows live departures for Carlisle station (CAR) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) trains for tomorrow, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 09:06 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h35 | 10:41 Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:49 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h33 | 12:22 Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:49 Carlisle station (CAR) | 1h38 | 20:27 Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Carlisle station (CAR) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Carlisle station (CAR) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
Trains from Carlisle station (CAR) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 10:48, the last at 16:52. The fastest train covers the 169 km distance in 1h 33m.
Distance 169 km |
Average train duration 1h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 1h 33m |
First train 10:48 |
Last train 16:52 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express from Carlisle station (CAR) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) trainsAvanti West Coast, first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Carlisle station (CAR) and Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) from £23. 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 Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Carlisle station (CAR) to Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ) 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 Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Carlisle station (CAR) and Warrington Bank Quay (WBQ)
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 19:00 Saturday 05:45 - 19:00 Sunday 08:45 - 19:00
- Car Park: Warrington Bank Quay Car Park 2 - Slutchers Lane
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- 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 2 and 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 28 cycle spaces are available outside the main entrance and 8 cycle spaces are on Platform 3/4.
- 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: Pick Up / Drop Off on Station Forecourt.
