The cheapest and fastest trains from Hartlepool to Carlisle
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
2 h 43 m
Average duration
2 h 43 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
113 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hartlepool to Carlisle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hartlepool to Carlisle will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 1 trains that leave Hartlepool for Carlisle every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 113 km distance in an average of 2 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 43 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.


Live departures
Hartlepool to Carlisle train times
The table below shows live departures for Hartlepool to Carlisle trains for tomorrow, Monday 17 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:02 Hartlepool | 2h43 | 10:45 Carlisle | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hartlepool to Carlisle
Trains from Hartlepool to Carlisle run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 21:07. The fastest train covers the 113 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 113 km |
Average train duration 2h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 05:57 |
Last train 21:07 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Hartlepool to Carlisle trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Hartlepool and Carlisle from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Hartlepool to Carlisle train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hartlepool to Carlisle 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 Carlisle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hartlepool and Carlisle
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 07:00 - 18:25 Saturday 07:00 - 18:25 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, There is only one platform and no major access difficulties. Step free access from car park to station entrance. Approximately 70 unmarked spaces.
- 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
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off at the station front.
- 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
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